2024 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code T48.4X4

Poisoning by expectorants, undetermined

ICD-10-CM Code:
T48.4X4
ICD-10 Code for:
Poisoning by expectorants, undetermined
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)

T48.4X4 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 expectorants, undetermined. 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 expectorants, undetermined

Non-specific codes like T48.4X4 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 expectorants, undetermined:

  • Use T48.4X4A for initial encounter - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use T48.4X4D for subsequent encounter - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use T48.4X4S for sequela - BILLABLE CODE

Clinical Information

  • Acetylcysteine

    the n-acetyl derivative of cysteine. it is used as a mucolytic agent to reduce the viscosity of mucous secretions. it has also been shown to have antiviral effects in patients with hiv due to inhibition of viral stimulation by reactive oxygen intermediates.
  • Ambroxol

    a metabolite of bromhexine that stimulates mucociliary action and clears the air passages in the respiratory tract. it is usually administered as the hydrochloride.
  • Bromhexine

    a mucolytic agent used in the treatment of respiratory disorders associated with viscid or excessive mucus. (from martindale, the extra pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p744)
  • Glycyrrhizic Acid

    a widely used anti-inflammatory agent isolated from the licorice root. it is metabolized to glycyrrhetinic acid, which inhibits 11-beta-hydroxysteroid dehydrogenases and other enzymes involved in the metabolism of corticosteroids. therefore, glycyrrhizic acid, which is the main and sweet component of licorice, has been investigated for its ability to cause hypermineralocorticoidism with sodium retention and potassium loss, edema, increased blood pressure, as well as depression of the renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system.
  • Guaifenesin

    an expectorant that also has some muscle relaxing action. it is used in many cough preparations.

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

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
AcetylcysteineT48.4X1T48.4X2T48.4X3T48.4X4T48.4X5T48.4X6
AmbroxolT48.4X1T48.4X2T48.4X3T48.4X4T48.4X5T48.4X6
BromhexineT48.4X1T48.4X2T48.4X3T48.4X4T48.4X5T48.4X6
CarbocisteineT48.4X1T48.4X2T48.4X3T48.4X4T48.4X5T48.4X6
S-Carboxymethyl-cysteineT48.4X1T48.4X2T48.4X3T48.4X4T48.4X5T48.4X6
Cough mixture (syrup)T48.4X1T48.4X2T48.4X3T48.4X4T48.4X5T48.4X6
Cough mixture (syrup)
  »containing opiates
T48.4X1T48.4X2T48.4X3T48.4X4T48.4X5T48.4X6
Cough mixture (syrup)
  »expectorants
T48.4X1T48.4X2T48.4X3T48.4X4T48.4X5T48.4X6
Deglycyrrhizinized extract of licoriceT48.4X1T48.4X2T48.4X3T48.4X4T48.4X5T48.4X6
DomiodolT48.4X1T48.4X2T48.4X3T48.4X4T48.4X5T48.4X6
DornaseT48.4X1T48.4X2T48.4X3T48.4X4T48.4X5T48.4X6
EprazinoneT48.4X1T48.4X2T48.4X3T48.4X4T48.4X5T48.4X6
Expectorant NECT48.4X1T48.4X2T48.4X3T48.4X4T48.4X5T48.4X6
GlycerylT48.4X1T48.4X2T48.4X3T48.4X4T48.4X5T48.4X6
Glyceryl
  »gualacolate
T48.4X1T48.4X2T48.4X3T48.4X4T48.4X5T48.4X6
Glyceryl
  »nitrate
T48.4X1T48.4X2T48.4X3T48.4X4T48.4X5T48.4X6
Glyceryl
  »triacetate (topical)
T48.4X1T48.4X2T48.4X3T48.4X4T48.4X5T48.4X6
Glyceryl
  »trinitrate
T48.4X1T48.4X2T48.4X3T48.4X4T48.4X5T48.4X6
Glycyrrhiza extractT48.4X1T48.4X2T48.4X3T48.4X4T48.4X5T48.4X6
Glycyrrhizic acidT48.4X1T48.4X2T48.4X3T48.4X4T48.4X5T48.4X6
Glycyrrhizinate potassiumT48.4X1T48.4X2T48.4X3T48.4X4T48.4X5T48.4X6
Guaiacol derivativesT48.4X1T48.4X2T48.4X3T48.4X4T48.4X5T48.4X6
GuaifenesinT48.4X1T48.4X2T48.4X3T48.4X4T48.4X5T48.4X6
GuaimesalT48.4X1T48.4X2T48.4X3T48.4X4T48.4X5T48.4X6
GuaiphenesinT48.4X1T48.4X2T48.4X3T48.4X4T48.4X5T48.4X6
Hydriodic acidT48.4X1T48.4X2T48.4X3T48.4X4T48.4X5T48.4X6
IpecacuanhaT48.4X1T48.4X2T48.4X3T48.4X4T48.4X5T48.4X6
LetosteineT48.4X1T48.4X2T48.4X3T48.4X4T48.4X5T48.4X6
LiquoriceT48.4X1T48.4X2T48.4X3T48.4X4T48.4X5T48.4X6
Liquorice
  »extract
T48.4X1T48.4X2T48.4X3T48.4X4T48.4X5T48.4X6
MecysteineT48.4X1T48.4X2T48.4X3T48.4X4T48.4X5T48.4X6
MesnaT48.4X1T48.4X2T48.4X3T48.4X4T48.4X5T48.4X6
Mucolytic drugT48.4X1T48.4X2T48.4X3T48.4X4T48.4X5T48.4X6
MucomystT48.4X1T48.4X2T48.4X3T48.4X4T48.4X5T48.4X6
OrganidinT48.4X1T48.4X2T48.4X3T48.4X4T48.4X5T48.4X6
Quillaja extractT48.4X1T48.4X2T48.4X3T48.4X4T48.4X5T48.4X6
RespaireT48.4X1T48.4X2T48.4X3T48.4X4T48.4X5T48.4X6
Senega syrupT48.4X1T48.4X2T48.4X3T48.4X4T48.4X5T48.4X6
SobrerolT48.4X1T48.4X2T48.4X3T48.4X4T48.4X5T48.4X6
Sputum viscosity-lowering drugT48.4X1T48.4X2T48.4X3T48.4X4T48.4X5T48.4X6
SteproninT48.4X1T48.4X2T48.4X3T48.4X4T48.4X5T48.4X6
SulfogaiacolT48.4X1T48.4X2T48.4X3T48.4X4T48.4X5T48.4X6
SuperinoneT48.4X1T48.4X2T48.4X3T48.4X4T48.4X5T48.4X6
TenoglicinT48.4X1T48.4X2T48.4X3T48.4X4T48.4X5T48.4X6
Terpin (cis) hydrateT48.4X1T48.4X2T48.4X3T48.4X4T48.4X5T48.4X6
TyloxapolT48.4X1T48.4X2T48.4X3T48.4X4T48.4X5T48.4X6

Patient Education


Poisoning

A poison is any substance that is harmful to your body. You might swallow it, inhale it, inject it, or absorb it through your skin. Any substance can be poisonous if too much is taken. Poisons can include:

  • Prescription or over-the-counter medicines taken in doses that are too high
  • Overdoses of illegal drugs
  • Carbon monoxide from gas appliances
  • Household products, such as laundry powder or furniture polish
  • Pesticides
  • Indoor or outdoor plants
  • Metals such as lead and mercury

The effects of poisoning range from short-term illness to brain damage, coma, and death. To prevent poisoning it is important to use and store products exactly as their labels say. Keep dangerous products where children can't get to them. Treatment for poisoning depends on the type of poison. If you suspect someone has been poisoned, call your local poison control center at 1-800-222-1222 right away.


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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.