2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code T46.4X1APoisoning by angiotensin-converting-enzyme inhibitors, accidental (unintentional), initial encounter
T46.4X1A is a billable ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for poisoning by angiotensin-converting-enzyme inhibitors, accidental (unintentional), initial encounter. The 7th character A marks it as an initial encounter code, used while the patient is receiving active treatment. It is valid on HIPAA claims for fiscal year 2026 (October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026) and groups to MS-DRG 917 through 918. Coders also document this condition as accidental overdose by angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitor. In AHRQ's Clinical Classifications Software (CCSR), this diagnosis falls under External cause codes: intent of injury, accidental/unintentional; External cause codes: poisoning by drug; and Poisoning by drugs, initial encounter.
Code Identity
Code Classification
Approximate SynonymsGuidance
Alternate terms and clinical phrases that map to this code.
- Accidental overdose by angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitor
- Accidental poisoning by angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitor
- Overdose of angiotensin-converting-enzyme inhibitors
- Poisoning by angiotensin-converting-enzyme inhibitors
Coding GuidelinesGuidance
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 affecting the cardiovascular system (T46). Use the following options for the applicable episode of care:
- A - initial encounter
- D - subsequent encounter
- S - sequela
Source: ICD-10-CM Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting, FY 2026, published by CMS and the National Center for Health Statistics.
Clinical ClassificationClinical
AHRQ’s CCSR groups this code into broader clinical categories.
Clinical InformationClinical
Captopril
a potent and specific inhibitor of peptidyl-dipeptidase a. it blocks the conversion of angiotensin i to angiotensin ii, a vasoconstrictor and important regulator of arterial blood pressure. captopril acts to suppress the renin-angiotensin system and inhibits pressure responses to exogenous angiotensin.Cilazapril
one of the angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors (ace inhibitors) used for hypertension. it is a prodrug that is hydrolyzed after absorption to its main metabolite cilazaprilat.Enalapril
an angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitor that is used to treat hypertension and heart failure.Enalaprilat
the active metabolite of enalapril and one of the potent, intravenously administered, angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors. it is an effective agent for the treatment of essential hypertension and has beneficial hemodynamic effects in heart failure. the drug produces renal vasodilation with an increase in sodium excretion.Fosinopril
a phosphinic acid-containing angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitor that is effective in the treatment of hypertension. it is a prodrug that is converted to its active metabolite fosinoprilat.Lisinopril
one of the angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors (ace inhibitors), orally active, that has been used in the treatment of hypertension and congestive heart failure.Perindopril
an angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitor. it is used in patients with hypertension and heart failure.Quinapril
a tetrahydroisoquinoline derivative and angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitor that is used in the treatment of hypertension and heart failure.Ramipril
a long-acting angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitor. it is a prodrug that is transformed in the liver to its active metabolite ramiprilat.
Table of Drugs and ChemicalsClinical
Substances in the Table of Drugs and Chemicals that reference this code family. Always confirm in the Tabular List before coding.
Patient EducationClinical
Medication Errors
Medicines treat infectious diseases, prevent problems from chronic diseases, and ease pain. But medicines can also cause harmful reactions if not used correctly. Errors can happen in the hospital, at the health care provider's office, at the pharmacy, or at home. You can help prevent errors by:
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Convert T46.4X1A to ICD-9-CMHistory
The closest ICD-9-CM equivalents under the General Equivalence Mappings.
Code HistoryHistory
Questions About T46.4X1AOverview
Is T46.4X1A a billable code?
Yes. This is a billable ICD-10-CM code, specific enough to report poisoning by angiotensin-converting-enzyme inhibitors, accidental (unintentional), initial encounter on HIPAA-covered claims from October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026.
What does the 7th character A in T46.4X1A mean?
The final character A marks the initial encounter: use it while the patient is receiving active treatment for poisoning by angiotensin-converting-enzyme inhibitors, accidental (unintentional), such as an emergency visit or first evaluation.
What MS-DRG does T46.4X1A group to?
When poisoning by angiotensin-converting-enzyme inhibitors, accidental (unintentional), initial encounter is the principal diagnosis on an inpatient stay, it groups to MS-DRG 917, 918, with relative weights from 0.8571 to 1.5684 depending on complications. Higher weights mean higher Medicare reimbursement.
What is the ICD-9 equivalent of T46.4X1A?
Under the General Equivalence Mappings, poisoning by angiotensin-converting-enzyme inhibitors, accidental (unintentional), initial encounter converts to ICD-9-CM 972.6 (pois-antihyperten agent) and E858.3 (acc poisn-cardiovasc agt). The mapping is approximate, so confirm the match fits the documentation.
Footnotes
[1] Not chronic - A diagnosis code that does not fit the criteria for chronic condition (duration, ongoing medical treatment, and limitations) is considered not chronic. Some codes designated as not chronic are acute conditions. Other diagnosis codes that indicate a possible chronic condition, but for which the duration of the illness is not specified in the code description (i.e., we do not know the condition has lasted 12 months or longer) also are considered not chronic.
