2024 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code T48.0X1

Poisoning by oxytocic drugs, accidental (unintentional)

ICD-10-CM Code:
T48.0X1
ICD-10 Code for:
Poisoning by oxytocic drugs, accidental (unintentional)
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 agents primarily acting on smooth and skeletal muscles and the respiratory system
        (T48)

T48.0X1 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 oxytocic drugs, 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 oxytocic drugs, accidental (unintentional)

Non-specific codes like T48.0X1 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 oxytocic drugs, accidental (unintentional):

  • Use T48.0X1A for initial encounter - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use T48.0X1D for subsequent encounter - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use T48.0X1S 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 ergot alkaloid overdose
  • Accidental ergot alkaloid poisoning
  • Accidental oxytocin poisoning
  • Ergot alkaloid overdose
  • Poisoning by oxytocin
  • Poisoning by posterior pituitary hormone
  • Poisoning by posterior pituitary hormone
  • Stachybotryotoxicosis

Clinical Information

  • Carboprost

    a nonsteroidal abortifacient agent that is effective in both the first and second trimesters of pregnancy.
  • Dinoprost

    a naturally occurring prostaglandin that has oxytocic, luteolytic, and abortifacient activities. due to its vasocontractile properties, the compound has a variety of other biological actions.
  • Dinoprostone

    the most common and most biologically active of the mammalian prostaglandins. it exhibits most biological activities characteristic of prostaglandins and has been used extensively as an oxytocic agent. the compound also displays a protective effect on the intestinal mucosa.
  • Ergonovine

    an ergot alkaloid (ergot alkaloids) with uterine and vascular smooth muscle contractile properties.
  • Methylergonovine

    a homolog of ergonovine containing one more ch2 group. (merck index, 11th ed)
  • Cytochrome P-450 CYP2D6

    a cytochrome p450 enzyme that catalyzes the hydroxylation of many drugs and environmental chemicals, such as debrisoquine; adrenergic receptor antagonists; and tricyclic antidepressants. this enzyme is deficient in up to 10 percent of the caucasian population.
  • Sparteine

    a quinolizidine alkaloid isolated from several fabaceae including lupinus; spartium; and cytisus. it has been used as an oxytocic and an anti-arrhythmia agent. it has also been of interest as an indicator of cyp2d6 genotype.

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 agents primarily acting on smooth and skeletal muscles and the respiratory system (T48). 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 oxytocic drugs 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
CarboprostT48.0X1T48.0X2T48.0X3T48.0X4T48.0X5T48.0X6
DinoprostT48.0X1T48.0X2T48.0X3T48.0X4T48.0X5T48.0X6
DinoprostoneT48.0X1T48.0X2T48.0X3T48.0X4T48.0X5T48.0X6
ErgobasineT48.0X1T48.0X2T48.0X3T48.0X4T48.0X5T48.0X6
ErgometrineT48.0X1T48.0X2T48.0X3T48.0X4T48.0X5T48.0X6
ErgonovineT48.0X1T48.0X2T48.0X3T48.0X4T48.0X5T48.0X6
ErgotocineT48.0X1T48.0X2T48.0X3T48.0X4T48.0X5T48.0X6
ErgotrateT48.0X1T48.0X2T48.0X3T48.0X4T48.0X5T48.0X6
GemeprostT48.0X1T48.0X2T48.0X3T48.0X4T48.0X5T48.0X6
MethergineT48.0X1T48.0X2T48.0X3T48.0X4T48.0X5T48.0X6
MethylergometrineT48.0X1T48.0X2T48.0X3T48.0X4T48.0X5T48.0X6
MethylergonovineT48.0X1T48.0X2T48.0X3T48.0X4T48.0X5T48.0X6
Oxytocic drug NECT48.0X1T48.0X2T48.0X3T48.0X4T48.0X5T48.0X6
Oxytocin (synthetic)T48.0X1T48.0X2T48.0X3T48.0X4T48.0X5T48.0X6
PitocinT48.0X1T48.0X2T48.0X3T48.0X4T48.0X5T48.0X6
SparteineT48.0X1T48.0X2T48.0X3T48.0X4T48.0X5T48.0X6
SulprostoneT48.0X1T48.0X2T48.0X3T48.0X4T48.0X5T48.0X6
SyntocinonT48.0X1T48.0X2T48.0X3T48.0X4T48.0X5T48.0X6
TocosamineT48.0X1T48.0X2T48.0X3T48.0X4T48.0X5T48.0X6
VetrabutineT48.0X1T48.0X2T48.0X3T48.0X4T48.0X5T48.0X6

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Medication Errors

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  • 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?
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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.