2024 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code T41.0X4

Poisoning by inhaled anesthetics, undetermined

ICD-10-CM Code:
T41.0X4
ICD-10 Code for:
Poisoning by inhaled anesthetics, 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 anesthetics and therapeutic gases
        (T41)

T41.0X4 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 inhaled anesthetics, 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 inhaled anesthetics, undetermined

Non-specific codes like T41.0X4 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 inhaled anesthetics, undetermined:

  • Use T41.0X4A for initial encounter - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use T41.0X4D for subsequent encounter - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use T41.0X4S for sequela - BILLABLE CODE

Clinical Information

  • Enflurane

    an extremely stable inhalation anesthetic that allows rapid adjustments of anesthesia depth with little change in pulse or respiratory rate.
  • Halothane

    a nonflammable, halogenated, hydrocarbon anesthetic that provides relatively rapid induction with little or no excitement. analgesia may not be adequate. nitrous oxide is often given concomitantly. because halothane may not produce sufficient muscle relaxation, supplemental neuromuscular blocking agents may be required. (from ama drug evaluations annual, 1994, p178)
  • Isoflurane

    a stable, non-explosive inhalation anesthetic, relatively free from significant side effects.
  • Methoxyflurane

    an inhalation anesthetic. currently, methoxyflurane is rarely used for surgical, obstetric, or dental anesthesia. if so employed, it should be administered with nitrous oxide to achieve a relatively light level of anesthesia, and a neuromuscular blocking agent given concurrently to obtain the desired degree of muscular relaxation. (from ama drug evaluations annual, 1994, p180)

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 anesthetics and therapeutic gases (T41). 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
Divinyl etherT41.0X1T41.0X2T41.0X3T41.0X4T41.0X5T41.0X6
EnfluraneT41.0X1T41.0X2T41.0X3T41.0X4T41.0X5T41.0X6
Ether (vapor)T41.0X1T41.0X2T41.0X3T41.0X4T41.0X5T41.0X6
Ether (vapor)
  »anesthetic
T41.0X1T41.0X2T41.0X3T41.0X4T41.0X5T41.0X6
Ether (vapor)
  »divinyl
T41.0X1T41.0X2T41.0X3T41.0X4T41.0X5T41.0X6
Ether (vapor)
  »ethyl (medicinal)
T41.0X1T41.0X2T41.0X3T41.0X4T41.0X5T41.0X6
Ether (vapor)
  »ethyl (medicinal)
    »nonmedicinal
T41.0X1T41.0X2T41.0X3T41.0X4T41.0X5T41.0X6
Ether (vapor)
  »petroleum
T41.0X1T41.0X2T41.0X3T41.0X4T41.0X5T41.0X6
Ether (vapor)
  »solvent
T41.0X1T41.0X2T41.0X3T41.0X4T41.0X5T41.0X6
FluothaneT41.0X1T41.0X2T41.0X3T41.0X4T41.0X5T41.0X6
FluroxeneT41.0X1T41.0X2T41.0X3T41.0X4T41.0X5T41.0X6
HalothaneT41.0X1T41.0X2T41.0X3T41.0X4T41.0X5T41.0X6
IsofluraneT41.0X1T41.0X2T41.0X3T41.0X4T41.0X5T41.0X6
Laughing gasT41.0X1T41.0X2T41.0X3T41.0X4T41.0X5T41.0X6
MethoxyfluraneT41.0X1T41.0X2T41.0X3T41.0X4T41.0X5T41.0X6
Trifluoroethyl vinyl etherT41.0X1T41.0X2T41.0X3T41.0X4T41.0X5T41.0X6
TrileneT41.0X1T41.0X2T41.0X3T41.0X4T41.0X5T41.0X6
Vinesthene, vinetheneT41.0X1T41.0X2T41.0X3T41.0X4T41.0X5T41.0X6

Patient Education


Anesthesia

What is anesthesia?

Anesthesia is the use of medicines to prevent pain during surgery and other procedures. These medicines are called anesthetics. They may be given by injection, inhalation, topical lotion, spray, eye drops, or skin patch. They cause you to have a loss of feeling or awareness.

What is anesthesia used for?

Anesthesia may be used in minor procedures, such as filling a tooth. It could be used during childbirth or procedures such as colonoscopies. And it is used during minor and major surgeries.

In some cases, a dentist, nurse, or doctor may give you an anesthetic. In other cases, you may need an anesthesiologist. This is a doctor who specializes in giving anesthesia.

What are the types of anesthesia?

There are several different types of anesthesia:

  • Local anesthesia numbs a small part of the body. It might be used on a tooth that needs to be pulled or on a small area around a wound that needs stitches. You are awake and alert during local anesthesia.
  • Regional anesthesia is used for larger areas of the body such as an arm, a leg, or everything below the waist. You may be awake during the procedure, or you may be given sedation. Regional anesthesia may be used during childbirth, a Cesarean section (C-section), or minor surgeries.
  • General anesthesia affects the whole body. It makes you unconscious and unable to move. It is used during major surgeries, such as heart surgery, brain surgery, back surgery, and organ transplants.

What are the risks of anesthesia?

Anesthesia is generally safe. But there can be risks, especially with general anesthesia, including:

  • Heart rhythm or breathing problems
  • An allergic reaction to the anesthesia
  • Delirium after general anesthesia. Delirium makes people confused. They may be unclear about what is happening to them. Some people over the age of 60 have delirium for several days after surgery. It can also happen to children when they first wake up from anesthesia.
  • Awareness when someone is under general anesthesia. This usually means that the person hears sounds. But sometimes they can feel pain. This is rare.

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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

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  • 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.