2024 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code T50.6X1

Poisoning by antidotes and chelating agents, accidental (unintentional)

ICD-10-CM Code:
T50.6X1
ICD-10 Code for:
Poisoning by antidotes and chelating agents, accidental
Is Billable?
Not Valid for Submission
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Code Classification

  • Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes
    (S00–T88)
    • Poisoning by, adverse effect of and underdosing of drugs, medicaments and biological substances
      (T36-T50)
      • Poisoning by, adverse effect of and underdosing of diuretics and other and unspecified drugs, medicaments and biological substances
        (T50)

T50.6X1 is a non-specific and non-billable diagnosis code code, consider using a code with a higher level of specificity for a diagnosis of poisoning by antidotes and chelating agents, accidental (unintentional). The code is not specific and is NOT valid for the year 2024 for the submission of HIPAA-covered transactions. Category or Header define the heading of a category of codes that may be further subdivided by the use of 4th, 5th, 6th or 7th characters.

Specific Coding Applicable to Poisoning by antidotes and chelating agents, accidental

Non-specific codes like T50.6X1 require more digits to indicate the appropriate level of specificity. Consider using any of the following ICD-10-CM codes with a higher level of specificity when coding for poisoning by antidotes and chelating agents, accidental:

  • Use T50.6X1A for initial encounter - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use T50.6X1D for subsequent encounter - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use T50.6X1S for sequela - BILLABLE CODE

Approximate Synonyms

The following clinical terms are approximate synonyms or lay terms that might be used to identify the correct diagnosis code:

  • Accidental disulfiram overdose
  • Accidental disulfiram poisoning
  • Aldehyde dehydrogenase inhibitor overdose
  • Aldehyde dehydrogenase inhibitor overdose
  • Antidote overdose
  • Chelating agent overdose
  • Disulfiram overdose
  • Disulfiram poisoning
  • Poisoning by aldehyde dehydrogenase inhibitor
  • Poisoning by aldehyde dehydrogenase inhibitor
  • Poisoning by aldehyde dehydrogenase inhibitor
  • Poisoning by aldehyde dehydrogenase inhibitor

Clinical Information

  • Cysteamine

    a mercaptoethylamine compound that is endogenously derived from the coenzyme a degradative pathway. the fact that cysteamine is readily transported into lysosomes where it reacts with cystine to form cysteine-cysteamine disulfide and cysteine has led to its use in cystine depleting agents for the treatment of cystinosis.
  • Disulfiram

    a carbamate derivative used as an alcohol deterrent. it is a relatively nontoxic substance when administered alone, but markedly alters the intermediary metabolism of alcohol. when alcohol is ingested after administration of disulfiram, blood acetaldehyde concentrations are increased, followed by flushing, systemic vasodilation, respiratory difficulties, nausea, hypotension, and other symptoms (acetaldehyde syndrome). it acts by inhibiting aldehyde dehydrogenase.
  • Glutathione

    a tripeptide with many roles in cells. it conjugates to drugs to make them more soluble for excretion, is a cofactor for some enzymes, is involved in protein disulfide bond rearrangement and reduces peroxides.
  • Glutathione Disulfide

    a glutathione dimer formed by a disulfide bond between the cysteine sulfhydryl side chains during the course of being oxidized.
  • Glutathione Peroxidase

    an enzyme catalyzing the oxidation of 2 moles of glutathione in the presence of hydrogen peroxide to yield oxidized glutathione and water.
  • Glutathione Peroxidase GPX1

    one of the most abundant isoenzymes of the glutathione peroxidase family. located in the cytosol and mitochondria, it catalyzes the reduction of hydrogen peroxide to water, functioning to limit the accumulation of hydrogen peroxide and modulating processes that utilize hydrogen peroxide; and also the reduction of other organic hydroperoxides to their corresponding alcohols.
  • Glutathione Reductase

    catalyzes the oxidation of glutathione to glutathione disulfide in the presence of nadp+. deficiency in the enzyme is associated with hemolytic anemia. formerly listed as ec 1.6.4.2.
  • Glutathione S-Transferase pi

    a glutathione transferase that catalyzes the conjugation of electrophilic substrates to glutathione. this enzyme has been shown to provide cellular protection against redox-mediated damage by free radicals.
  • Glutathione Synthase

    one of the enzymes active in the gamma-glutamyl cycle. it catalyzes the synthesis of glutathione from gamma-glutamylcysteine and glycine in the presence of atp with the formation of adp and orthophosphate. ec 6.3.2.3.
  • Glutathione Transferase

    a transferase that catalyzes the addition of aliphatic, aromatic, or heterocyclic free radicals as well as epoxides and arene oxides to glutathione. addition takes place at the sulfur. it also catalyzes the reduction of polyol nitrate by glutathione to polyol and nitrite.
  • Lactoylglutathione Lyase

    an enzyme that catalyzes the interconversion of methylglyoxal and lactate, with glutathione serving as a coenzyme. ec 4.4.1.5.
  • Phospholipid Hydroperoxide Glutathione Peroxidase

    a selenoenzyme that converts glutathione plus fatty acid hydroperoxides to glutathione disulfide plus hydroxy fatty acids and water.
  • Protein Disulfide Reductase (Glutathione)

    an enzyme that catalyzes the reduction of a protein-disulfide in the presence of glutathione, forming a protein-dithiol. insulin is one of its substrates. ec 1.8.4.2.
  • Obidoxime Chloride

    cholinesterase reactivator occurring in two interchangeable isomeric forms, syn and anti.
  • Penicillamine

    3-mercapto-d-valine. the most characteristic degradation product of the penicillin antibiotics. it is used as an antirheumatic and as a chelating agent in wilson's disease.

Coding Guidelines

When coding a poisoning or reaction to the improper use of a medication (e.g., overdose, wrong substance given or taken in error, wrong route of administration), first assign the appropriate code from categories T36-T50. The poisoning codes have an associated intent as their 5th or 6th character (accidental, intentional self-harm, assault and undetermined. If the intent of the poisoning is unknown or unspecified, code the intent as accidental intent. The undetermined intent is only for use if the documentation in the record specifies that the intent cannot be determined. Use additional code(s) for all manifestations of poisonings.

The appropriate 7th character is to be added to each code from block Poisoning by, adverse effect of and underdosing of diuretics and other and unspecified drugs, medicaments and biological substances (T50). Use the following options for the aplicable episode of care:

  • A - initial encounter
  • D - subsequent encounter
  • S - sequela

Tabular List of Diseases and Injuries

The following annotation back-references are applicable to this diagnosis code. The Tabular List of Diseases and Injuries is a list of ICD-10-CM codes, organized "head to toe" into chapters and sections with coding notes and guidance for inclusions, exclusions, descriptions and more.


Inclusion Terms

Inclusion Terms
These terms are the conditions for which that code is to be used. The terms may be synonyms of the code title, or, in the case of "other specified" codes, the terms are a list of the various conditions assigned to that code. The inclusion terms are not necessarily exhaustive. Additional terms found only in the Alphabetic Index may also be assigned to a code.
  • Poisoning by antidotes and chelating agents NOS

Table of Drugs and Chemicals

The code is referenced in the Table of Drugs and Chemicals, this table contains a classification of drugs, industrial solvents, corrosive gases, noxious plants, pesticides, and other toxic agents.

According to ICD-10-CM coding guidelines it is advised to do not code directly from the Table of Drugs and Chemicals, instead always refer back to the Tabular List when doing the initial coding. Each substance in the table is assigned a code according to the poisoning classification and external causes of adverse effects. It is important to use as many codes as necessary to specify all reported drugs, medicinal or chemical substances. If the same diagnosis code describes the causative agent for more than one adverse reaction, poisoning, toxic effect or underdosing, utilize the code only once.

Substance Poisoning
Accidental
(unintentional)
Poisoning
Accidental
(self-harm)
Poisoning
Assault
Poisoning
Undetermined
Adverse
effect
Underdosing
AntabuseT50.6X1T50.6X2T50.6X3T50.6X4T50.6X5T50.6X6
Antidote NECT50.6X1T50.6X2T50.6X3T50.6X4T50.6X5T50.6X6
Antidote NEC
  »heavy metal
T50.6X1T50.6X2T50.6X3T50.6X4T50.6X5T50.6X6
Chelating agent NECT50.6X1T50.6X2T50.6X3T50.6X4T50.6X5T50.6X6
Cholinesterase reactivatorT50.6X1T50.6X2T50.6X3T50.6X4T50.6X5T50.6X6
CysteamineT50.6X1T50.6X2T50.6X3T50.6X4T50.6X5T50.6X6
Deterrent, alcoholT50.6X1T50.6X2T50.6X3T50.6X4T50.6X5T50.6X6
Detoxifying agentT50.6X1T50.6X2T50.6X3T50.6X4T50.6X5T50.6X6
Disodium edetateT50.6X1T50.6X2T50.6X3T50.6X4T50.6X5T50.6X6
DisulfiramT50.6X1T50.6X2T50.6X3T50.6X4T50.6X5T50.6X6
EDTAT50.6X1T50.6X2T50.6X3T50.6X4T50.6X5T50.6X6
Ethylenediaminetetra-acetic acidT50.6X1T50.6X2T50.6X3T50.6X4T50.6X5T50.6X6
Ethylenedinitrilotetra-acetateT50.6X1T50.6X2T50.6X3T50.6X4T50.6X5T50.6X6
Fytic acid, nonasodiumT50.6X1T50.6X2T50.6X3T50.6X4T50.6X5T50.6X6
GlutathioneT50.6X1T50.6X2T50.6X3T50.6X4T50.6X5T50.6X6
MethyleneT50.6X1T50.6X2T50.6X3T50.6X4T50.6X5T50.6X6
Methylene
  »blue
T50.6X1T50.6X2T50.6X3T50.6X4T50.6X5T50.6X6
Methylene
  »chloride or dichloride (solvent) NEC
T50.6X1T50.6X2T50.6X3T50.6X4T50.6X5T50.6X6
Methylthionine chlorideT50.6X1T50.6X2T50.6X3T50.6X4T50.6X5T50.6X6
Methylthioninium chlorideT50.6X1T50.6X2T50.6X3T50.6X4T50.6X5T50.6X6
NitrefazoleT50.6X1T50.6X2T50.6X3T50.6X4T50.6X5T50.6X6
Obidoxime chlorideT50.6X1T50.6X2T50.6X3T50.6X4T50.6X5T50.6X6
PAM (pralidoxime)T50.6X1T50.6X2T50.6X3T50.6X4T50.6X5T50.6X6
PenicillamineT50.6X1T50.6X2T50.6X3T50.6X4T50.6X5T50.6X6
Pralidoxime (iodide)T50.6X1T50.6X2T50.6X3T50.6X4T50.6X5T50.6X6
Pralidoxime (iodide)
  »chloride
T50.6X1T50.6X2T50.6X3T50.6X4T50.6X5T50.6X6
ProtopamT50.6X1T50.6X2T50.6X3T50.6X4T50.6X5T50.6X6
Tetraethylthiuram disulfideT50.6X1T50.6X2T50.6X3T50.6X4T50.6X5T50.6X6
Trisodium hydrogen edetateT50.6X1T50.6X2T50.6X3T50.6X4T50.6X5T50.6X6
VersenateT50.6X1T50.6X2T50.6X3T50.6X4T50.6X5T50.6X6

Patient Education


Medication Errors

Medicines treat infectious diseases, prevent problems from chronic diseases, and ease pain. But medicines can also cause harmful reactions if not used correctly. Errors can happen in the hospital, at the health care provider's office, at the pharmacy, or at home. You can help prevent errors by:

  • Knowing your medicines. When you get a prescription, ask the name of the medicine and check to make sure that the pharmacy gave you the right medicine. Make sure that you understand how often you should take the medicine and how long you should take it.
  • Keeping a list of medicines.
    • Write down all of the medicines that you are taking, including the names of your medicines, how much you take, and when you take them. Make sure to include any over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, supplements, and herbs that you take.
    • List the medicines that you are allergic to or that have caused you problems in the past.
    • Take this list with you every time you see a health care provider.
  • Reading medicine labels and following the directions. Don't just rely on your memory - read the medication label every time. Be especially careful when giving medicines to children.
  • Asking questions. If you don't know the answers to these questions, ask your health care provider or pharmacist:
    • Why am I taking this medicine?
    • What are the common side effects?
    • What should I do if I have side effects?
    • When should I stop this medicine?
    • Can I take this medicine with the other medicines and supplements on my list?
    • Do I need to avoid certain foods or alcohol while taking this medicine?

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Code History

  • FY 2024 - No Change, effective from 10/1/2023 through 9/30/2024
  • FY 2023 - No Change, effective from 10/1/2022 through 9/30/2023
  • FY 2022 - No Change, effective from 10/1/2021 through 9/30/2022
  • FY 2021 - No Change, effective from 10/1/2020 through 9/30/2021
  • FY 2020 - No Change, effective from 10/1/2019 through 9/30/2020
  • FY 2019 - No Change, effective from 10/1/2018 through 9/30/2019
  • FY 2018 - No Change, effective from 10/1/2017 through 9/30/2018
  • FY 2017 - No Change, effective from 10/1/2016 through 9/30/2017
  • FY 2016 - New Code, effective from 10/1/2015 through 9/30/2016. This was the first year ICD-10-CM was implemented into the HIPAA code set.