2027 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code T52.2X2AToxic effect of homologues of benzene, intentional self-harm, initial encounter
T52.2X2A is a billable ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for toxic effect of homologues of benzene, intentional self-harm, 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 2027 (October 1, 2026 through September 30, 2027) and groups to MS-DRG 917 through 918. Coders also document this condition as intentional hexylresorcinol poisoning. In AHRQ's Clinical Classifications Software (CCSR), this diagnosis falls under External cause codes: intent of injury, self-harm; External cause codes: poisoning by non-drug; and Suicidal ideation/attempt/intentional self-harm.
For Medicare Advantage risk adjustment, T52.2X2A maps to CMS-HCC Category 155 (Major Depression, Moderate or Severe, without Psychosis) under the V28 model, adding a risk factor of about 0.299 for a community, non-dual, aged beneficiary in payment year 2027.
Code Identity
Code Classification
Medicare Risk Adjustment (HCC)Billing
T52.2X2A maps to a payment category in the CMS-HCC model used to risk-adjust Medicare Advantage payments. Weights are the published community factors for payment year 2027.
Source: CMS Payment Year 2027 risk adjustment mappings and model software. Weights are relative factors, not dollar amounts; a beneficiary's total RAF also includes demographics and interactions. Browse all CMS-HCC categories.
Approximate SynonymsGuidance
Alternate terms and clinical phrases that map to this code.
- Intentional hexylresorcinol poisoning
- Poisoning by hexylresorcinol
Coding GuidelinesGuidance
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 applicable episode of care:
- A - initial encounter
- D - subsequent encounter
- S - sequela
Source: ICD-10-CM Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting, FY 2027, published by CMS and the National Center for Health Statistics.
Instructional NotesGuidance
Instructions from the official ICD-10-CM Tabular List that apply to T52.2X2A: its own notes plus those printed at T52, block T51-T65, and Chapter 19. A note printed at a category, block or chapter applies to every code under it.
Excludes1
Not coded here: the excluded code is never reported together with this one, unless the two conditions are unrelated.
- halogen derivatives of aliphatic and aromatic hydrocarbons (T53.-)
- contact with and (suspected) exposure to toxic substances (Z77.-)
Excludes2
Not included here: the excluded condition is not part of this code, but a patient may have both, so both codes may be reported.
Use Additional Code
Add a second code, after this one, to fully describe the condition.
- code to identify any retained foreign body, if applicable (Z18.-)
Notes
General instructions on how these codes are used.
- When no intent is indicated code to accidental. Undetermined intent is only for use when there is specific documentation in the record that the intent of the toxic effect cannot be determined.
- Use secondary code(s) from Chapter 20, External causes of morbidity, to indicate cause of injury. Codes within the T section that include the external cause do not require an additional external cause code
- The chapter uses the S-section for coding different types of injuries related to single body regions and the T-section to cover injuries to unspecified body regions as well as poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes.
7th Character
Every code in the category takes a 7th character from the listed values, with the placeholder X filling any empty positions before it.
- The appropriate 7th character is to be added to each code from category T52
- Ainitial encounter this code
- Dsubsequent encounter
- Ssequela
Source: CMS ICD-10-CM Tabular List. How to read instructional notes.
Referenced in Other NotesGuidance
Instructional notes printed at other codes that name T52.2X2A, its category, or a range that includes it.
Clinical ClassificationClinical
AHRQ’s CCSR groups this code into broader clinical categories.
Clinical InformationClinical
Hexylresorcinol
a substituted dihydroxybenzene used topically as an antiseptic for the treatment of minor skin infections.Toluene
a widely used industrial solvent.
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.
| Substance | Accidental | Self-harm | Assault | Undetermined | Adverse Effect | Underdosing |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Benzene::homologues (acetyl) (dimethyl) (methyl) (solvent) | T52.2X1 | T52.2X2 | T52.2X3 | T52.2X4 | – | – |
| Butyltoluene | T52.2X1 | T52.2X2 | T52.2X3 | T52.2X4 | – | – |
| Hexylresorcinol | T52.2X1 | T52.2X2 | T52.2X3 | T52.2X4 | – | – |
| Hydroquinone | T52.2X1 | T52.2X2 | T52.2X3 | T52.2X4 | – | – |
| Methyl::benzene | T52.2X1 | T52.2X2 | T52.2X3 | T52.2X4 | – | – |
| Methyl::benzol | T52.2X1 | T52.2X2 | T52.2X3 | T52.2X4 | – | – |
| Toluene (liquid) | T52.2X1 | T52.2X2 | T52.2X3 | T52.2X4 | – | – |
| Toluol (liquid) | T52.2X1 | T52.2X2 | T52.2X3 | T52.2X4 | – | – |
| Toluol (liquid)::vapor | T52.2X1 | T52.2X2 | T52.2X3 | T52.2X4 | – | – |
| Xylene (vapor) | T52.2X1 | T52.2X2 | T52.2X3 | T52.2X4 | – | – |
| Xylol (vapor) | T52.2X1 | T52.2X2 | T52.2X3 | T52.2X4 | – | – |
Patient EducationClinical
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:
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Convert T52.2X2A to ICD-9-CMHistory
The closest ICD-9-CM equivalents under the General Equivalence Mappings.
Code HistoryHistory
Questions About T52.2X2AOverview
Is T52.2X2A (Toxic effect of homologues of benzene, intentional self-harm) a billable code?
Yes. This is a billable ICD-10-CM code, specific enough to report toxic effect of homologues of benzene, intentional self-harm, initial encounter on HIPAA-covered claims from October 1, 2026 through September 30, 2027.
What does the 7th character A in T52.2X2A mean?
The final character A marks the initial encounter: use it while the patient is receiving active treatment for toxic effect of homologues of benzene, intentional self-harm, such as an emergency visit or first evaluation.
What MS-DRG does T52.2X2A group to?
When toxic effect of homologues of benzene, intentional self-harm, initial encounter is the principal diagnosis on an inpatient stay, it groups to MS-DRG 918, 917, with relative weights from 0.8716 to 1.5698 depending on complications. Higher weights mean higher Medicare reimbursement.
Can T52.2X2A be reported with a code from T53?
Not as a rule. The Excludes1 note at T52, which applies to T52.2X2A, lists "halogen derivatives of aliphatic and aromatic hydrocarbons (T53.-)". An Excludes1 note means the excluded code is never reported together with this one; the only exception is when the two conditions are unrelated to each other (Official Guidelines, Section I.A.12.a).
What is the ICD-9 equivalent of T52.2X2A?
Under the General Equivalence Mappings, toxic effect of homologues of benzene, intentional self-harm, initial encounter converts to ICD-9-CM 982.0 (toxic effect benzene) and E950.9 (poison-solid/liquid NEC). The mapping is approximate, so confirm the match fits the documentation.
What HCC is T52.2X2A?
T52.2X2A (toxic effect of homologues of benzene, intentional self-harm, initial encounter) maps to CMS-HCC Category 155 (Major Depression, Moderate or Severe, without Psychosis), commonly written as HCC 155, in the CMS-HCC V28 model used for Medicare Advantage risk adjustment in payment year 2027. It mapped to HCC 59 under the retired V24 model. It also maps in the PACE (CMS-HCC V22), ESRD (V21), and ESRD (V24) models. In the Part D prescription drug model it maps to RxHCC 132.
Does T52.2X2A risk-adjust for Medicare Advantage payment?
Yes. When documented and reported on a Medicare Advantage encounter, T52.2X2A adds a risk adjustment factor of about 0.299 to the beneficiary's RAF score for a community, non-dual, aged enrollee (published V28 weights range from 0.108 to 0.316 depending on the payment segment). A more severe related category (HCC 151, HCC 152, HCC 153, and HCC 154) supersedes it when both are reported. See the full factor table on the HCC 155 category page.
