2024 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code T65.6X3

Toxic effect of paints and dyes, not elsewhere classified, assault

ICD-10-CM Code:
T65.6X3
ICD-10 Code for:
Toxic effect of paints and dyes, NEC, assault
Is Billable?
Not Valid for Submission
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Code Classification

  • Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes
    (S00–T88)
    • Toxic effects of substances chiefly nonmedicinal as to source
      (T51-T65)
      • Toxic effect of other and unspecified substances
        (T65)

T65.6X3 is a non-specific and non-billable diagnosis code code, consider using a code with a higher level of specificity for a diagnosis of toxic effect of paints and dyes, not elsewhere classified, assault. 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 Toxic effect of paints and dyes, NEC, assault

Non-specific codes like T65.6X3 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 toxic effect of paints and dyes, nec, assault:

  • Use T65.6X3A for initial encounter - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use T65.6X3D for subsequent encounter - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use T65.6X3S for sequela - BILLABLE CODE

Clinical Information

  • Lacquer

    a liquid resinous varnish solubilized in a volatile solvent which may be combined with a pigment. it forms a hard, glossy, and protective coating when applied to wood or metal.

Coding Guidelines

The appropriate 7th character is to be added to each code from block Toxic effect of other and unspecified substances (T65). Use the following options for the aplicable episode of care:

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

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
AcridineT65.6X1T65.6X2T65.6X3T65.6X4  
Acridine
  »vapor
T65.6X1T65.6X2T65.6X3T65.6X4  
CochinealT65.6X1T65.6X2T65.6X3T65.6X4  
Cochineal
  »medicinal products
T65.6X1T65.6X2T65.6X3T65.6X4  
Dye NECT65.6X1T65.6X2T65.6X3T65.6X4  
Dye NEC
  »antiseptic
T65.6X1T65.6X2T65.6X3T65.6X4  
Dye NEC
  »diagnostic agents
T65.6X1T65.6X2T65.6X3T65.6X4  
Dye NEC
  »pharmaceutical NEC
T65.6X1T65.6X2T65.6X3T65.6X4  
LacquerT65.6X1T65.6X2T65.6X3T65.6X4  
Paint NECT65.6X1T65.6X2T65.6X3T65.6X4  
Paint NEC
  »cleaner
T65.6X1T65.6X2T65.6X3T65.6X4  
Paint NEC
  »fumes NEC
T65.6X1T65.6X2T65.6X3T65.6X4  
Paint NEC
  »lead (fumes)
T65.6X1T65.6X2T65.6X3T65.6X4  
Paint NEC
  »solvent NEC
T65.6X1T65.6X2T65.6X3T65.6X4  
Paint NEC
  »stripper
T65.6X1T65.6X2T65.6X3T65.6X4  
StainsT65.6X1T65.6X2T65.6X3T65.6X4  

Patient Education


Household Products

The products you use for cleaning, carpentry, auto repair, gardening, and many other household uses can contain ingredients that can harm you, your family, and the environment. These include :

  • Oven and drain cleaners
  • Cleaning and disinfecting products, including bleach and antibacterial cleaners
  • Laundry powder
  • Floor polish
  • Paint thinners, strippers, and removers
  • Pesticides
  • Grease and rust removers
  • Motor oil and fuel additives
  • Arts and craft supplies

Toxic substances in these products can cause harm if inhaled, swallowed, or absorbed through the skin. People respond to toxic substances in different ways. At high doses, a toxic substance might cause birth defects or other serious problems, including brain damage or death.

To avoid problems, keep products in the containers they come in and use them exactly as the label says. Follow label directions or get medical help if you swallow or inhale them or get them on your skin.

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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.