2024 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code T52.1X1

Toxic effect of benzene, accidental (unintentional)

ICD-10-CM Code:
T52.1X1
ICD-10 Code for:
Toxic effect of benzene, 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)
    • Toxic effects of substances chiefly nonmedicinal as to source
      (T51-T65)
      • Toxic effect of organic solvents
        (T52)

T52.1X1 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 benzene, 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 Toxic effect of benzene, accidental (unintentional)

Non-specific codes like T52.1X1 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 benzene, accidental (unintentional):

  • Use T52.1X1A for initial encounter - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use T52.1X1D for subsequent encounter - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use T52.1X1S 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 poisoning by benzene
  • Accidental poisoning caused by substance with benzene structure
  • Chronic benzene poisoning
  • Chronic poisoning caused by substance with benzene structure
  • Poisoning by benzene
  • Poisoning caused by substance with benzene structure

Clinical Information

  • 3,4-Dichloro-N-methyl-N-(2-(1-pyrrolidinyl)-cyclohexyl)-benzeneacetamide, (trans)-Isomer

    a non-peptide, kappa-opioid receptor agonist which has also been found to stimulate the release of adrenocorticotropin (adrenocorticotropic hormone) via the release of hypothalamic arginine vasopressin (arginine vasopressin) and corticotropin-releasing hormone. (from j pharmacol exp ther 1997;280(1):416-21)
  • Benzene

    toxic, volatile, flammable liquid hydrocarbon byproduct of coal distillation. it is used as an industrial solvent in paints, varnishes, lacquer thinners, gasoline, etc. benzene causes central nervous system damage acutely and bone marrow damage chronically and is carcinogenic. it was formerly used as parasiticide.
  • Benzene Derivatives

    organic compounds derived from benzene.
  • Benzeneacetamides

    compounds based on benzeneacetamide, that are similar in structure to acetanilides.
  • Benzenesulfonates

    organic salts and esters of benzenesulfonic acid.
  • Benzyl Alcohol

    a colorless liquid with a sharp burning taste and slight odor. it is used as a local anesthetic and to reduce pain associated with lidocaine injection. also, it is used in the manufacture of other benzyl compounds, as a pharmaceutic aid, and in perfumery and flavoring.
  • Benzylammonium Compounds

    quaternary ammonium compounds based on benzylamines with the general formula phenyl-cn+r3.
  • Dinitrochlorobenzene

    a skin irritant that may cause dermatitis of both primary and allergic types. contact sensitization with dncb has been used as a measure of cellular immunity. dncb is also used as a reagent for the detection and determination of pyridine compounds.
  • Hexachlorocyclohexane

    any of several polyhalogenated organic compounds consisting of a six-carbon ring with one chlorine and one hydrogen attached to each carbon.
  • Ibuprofen

    a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agent with analgesic, antipyretic, and anti-inflammatory properties
  • Ipodate

    ionic monomeric contrast media. usually the sodium or calcium salts are used for examination of the gall bladder and biliary tract. (from martindale, the extra pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p704)
  • Phenylacetates

    derivatives of phenylacetic acid. included under this heading are a variety of acid forms, salts, esters, and amides that contain the benzeneacetic acid structure. note that this class of compounds should not be confused with derivatives of phenyl acetate, which contain the phenol ester of acetic acid.
  • Phenylmethylsulfonyl Fluoride

    an enzyme inhibitor that inactivates irc-50 arvin, subtilisin, and the fatty acid synthetase complex.
  • Phloroglucinol

    a trinitrobenzene derivative with antispasmodic properties that is used primarily as a laboratory reagent.
  • Sulfamethazine

    a sulfanilamide anti-infective agent. it has a spectrum of antimicrobial action similar to other sulfonamides.
  • Sulfathiazole

    a sulfathiazole compound that is used as a short-acting anti-infective agent. it is no longer commonly used systemically due to its toxicity, but may still be applied topically in combination with other drugs for the treatment of vaginal and skin infections, and is still used in veterinary medicine.

Coding Guidelines

The appropriate 7th character is to be added to each code from block Toxic effect of organic solvents (T52). 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.
  • Toxic effects of benzene 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
BenzeneT52.1X1T52.1X2T52.1X3T52.1X4  
Benzene
  »homologues (acetyl) (dimethyl) (methyl) (solvent)
T52.1X1T52.1X2T52.1X3T52.1X4  
Benzol (benzene)T52.1X1T52.1X2T52.1X3T52.1X4  
Benzol (benzene)
  »vapor
T52.1X1T52.1X2T52.1X3T52.1X4  
Diphenylmethane dyeT52.1X1T52.1X2T52.1X3T52.1X4  

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.