2024 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code T41.0X5
Adverse effect of inhaled anesthetics
- ICD-10-CM Code:
- T41.0X5
- ICD-10 Code for:
- Adverse effect of inhaled anesthetics
- Is Billable?
- Not Valid for Submission
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T41.0X5 is a non-specific and non-billable diagnosis code code, consider using a code with a higher level of specificity for a diagnosis of adverse effect of inhaled anesthetics. 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 Adverse effect of inhaled anesthetics
Non-specific codes like T41.0X5 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 adverse effect of inhaled anesthetics:
Approximate Synonyms
The following clinical terms are approximate synonyms or lay terms that might be used to identify the correct diagnosis code:
- Acute megaloblastic anemia
- Acute megaloblastic anemia due to nitrous oxide
- Adverse reaction to inhaled anesthetic with ether structure
- Adverse reaction to nitrous oxide
- Chemical pneumonitis caused by anesthesia
- Desflurane adverse reaction
- Drug-induced apnea
- Drug-induced hepatitis
- Drug-induced hepatitis
- Drug-induced pneumonitis
- Enflurane adverse reaction
- Enflurane hepatitis
- Ether apnea
- Halothane adverse reaction
- Halothane hepatitis
- Halothane shakes
- Inhalational anesthetics adverse reaction
- Isoflurane adverse reaction
- Megaloblastic anemia due to drugs
- Trichloroethylene adverse reaction
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 an adverse effect of a drug that has been correctly prescribed and properly administered, assign the appropriate code for the nature of the adverse effect followed by the appropriate code for the adverse effect of the drug.
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.
Patient Education
Drug Reactions
Most of the time, medicines make our lives better. They reduce aches and pains, fight infections, and control problems such as high blood pressure or diabetes. But medicines can also cause unwanted reactions, such as drug interactions, side effects, and allergies.
What is a drug interaction?
A drug interaction is a change in the way a drug acts in the body when taken with certain other drugs, foods, or supplements or when taken while you have certain medical conditions. Examples include:
- Two drugs, such as aspirin and blood thinners
- Drugs and food, such as statins and grapefruit
- Drugs and supplements, such as gingko and blood thinners
- Drugs and medical conditions, such as aspirin and peptic ulcers
Interactions could cause a drug to be more or less effective, cause side effects, or change the way one or both drugs work.
What are side effects?
Side effects are unwanted, usually unpleasant, effects caused by medicines. Most are mild, such as a stomachache, dry mouth, or drowsiness, and go away after you stop taking the medicine. Others can be more serious. Sometimes a drug can interact with a disease that you have and cause a side effect. For example, if you have a heart condition, certain decongestants can cause you to have a rapid heartbeat.
What are drug allergies?
Drug allergies are another type of reaction. They can range from mild to life-threatening. Skin reactions, such as hives and rashes, are the most common type. Anaphylaxis, a serious allergic reaction, is less common.
How can I stay safe when taking medicines?
When you start a new prescription or over-the-counter medicine, make sure you understand how to take it correctly. Know which other medicines, foods, and supplements you need to avoid. Always talk to your health care provider or pharmacist if you have questions about your medicines.
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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.