2024 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code T59.894

Toxic effect of other specified gases, fumes and vapors, undetermined

ICD-10-CM Code:
T59.894
ICD-10 Code for:
Toxic effect of oth gases, fumes and vapors, undetermined
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 other gases, fumes and vapors
        (T59)

T59.894 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 other specified gases, fumes and vapors, 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 Toxic effect of oth gases, fumes and vapors, undetermined

Non-specific codes like T59.894 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 oth gases, fumes and vapors, undetermined:

  • Use T59.894A for initial encounter - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use T59.894D for subsequent encounter - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use T59.894S 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:

  • Injury undetermined whether accidentally or purposely inflicted, poisoning by gases in domestic use
  • Injury undetermined whether accidentally or purposely inflicted, poisoning by liquefied petroleum gas distributed in mobile containers

Clinical Information

  • Bicarbonates

    inorganic salts that contain the -hco3 radical. they are an important factor in determining the ph of the blood and the concentration of bicarbonate ions is regulated by the kidney. levels in the blood are an index of the alkali reserve or buffering capacity.
  • Carbamide Peroxide

    a urea peroxide compound that is commonly used in tooth whitening agents; topical anti-infective agents, and earwax remover.
  • Comamonadaceae

    a family of gram-negative aerobic bacteria in the order burkholderiales, encompassing the acidovorans rrna complex. some species are pathogenic to plants.
  • Deuterium

    the stable isotope of hydrogen. it has one neutron and one proton in the nucleus.
  • Deuterium Exchange Measurement

    a research technique to measure solvent exposed regions of molecules that is used to provide insight about protein conformation.
  • Dihydroergotoxine

    a mixture of three different hydrogenated derivatives of ergotamine: dihydroergocornine; dihydroergocristine; and dihydroergocryptine. dihydroergotoxine has been proposed to be a neuroprotective agent and a nootropic agent. the mechanism of its therapeutic actions is not clear, but it can act as an alpha-adrenergic antagonist and a dopamine agonist. the methanesulfonate salts of this mixture of alkaloids are called ergoloid mesylates.
  • Formate Dehydrogenases

    flavoproteins that catalyze reversibly the reduction of carbon dioxide to formate. many compounds can act as acceptors, but the only physiologically active acceptor is nad. the enzymes are active in the fermentation of sugars and other compounds to carbon dioxide and are the key enzymes in obtaining energy when bacteria are grown on formate as the main carbon source. they have been purified from bovine blood. ec 1.2.1.2.
  • H(+)-K(+)-Exchanging ATPase

    an enzyme isolated from the gastric mucosa that catalyzes the hydrolysis of atp coupled with the exchange of hydrogen and potassium ions across the cell wall. this enzyme was formerly listed as ec 3.6.1.36.
  • Hydrobromic Acid

    hydrobromic acid (hbr). a solution of hydrogen bromide gas in water.
  • Hydrochloric Acid

    a strong corrosive acid that is commonly used as a laboratory reagent. it is formed by dissolving hydrogen chloride in water. gastric acid is the hydrochloric acid component of gastric juice.
  • Hydrofluoric Acid

    hydrofluoric acid. a solution of hydrogen fluoride in water. it is a colorless fuming liquid which can cause painful burns.
  • Hydrogen

    the first chemical element in the periodic table with atomic symbol h, and atomic number 1. protium (atomic weight 1) is by far the most common hydrogen isotope. hydrogen also exists as the stable isotope deuterium (atomic weight 2) and the radioactive isotope tritium (atomic weight 3). hydrogen forms into a diatomic molecule at room temperature and appears as a highly flammable colorless and odorless gas.
  • Hydrogen Bonding

    a low-energy attractive force between hydrogen and another element. it plays a major role in determining the properties of water, proteins, and other compounds.
  • Hydrogen Cyanide

    hydrogen cyanide (hcn); a toxic liquid or colorless gas. it is found in the smoke of various tobacco products and released by combustion of nitrogen-containing organic materials.
  • Hydrogen Deuterium Exchange-Mass Spectrometry

    a mass spectrometry method utilizing hydrogen-deuterium exchange kinetics to study conformational and dynamic changes especially of proteins, such as interactions during ligand binding and allosteric effects during catalysis.
  • Hydrogen Peroxide

    a strong oxidizing agent used in aqueous solution as a ripening agent, bleach, and topical anti-infective. it is relatively unstable and solutions deteriorate over time unless stabilized by the addition of acetanilide or similar organic materials.
  • Hydrogen Sulfide

    a flammable, poisonous gas with a characteristic odor of rotten eggs. it is used in the manufacture of chemicals, in metallurgy, and as an analytical reagent. (from merck index, 11th ed)
  • Hydrogenase

    an enzyme found in bacteria. it catalyzes the reduction of ferredoxin and other substances in the presence of molecular hydrogen and is involved in the electron transport of bacterial photosynthesis.
  • Hydrogenation

    addition of hydrogen to a compound, especially to an unsaturated fat or fatty acid. (from stedman, 26th ed)
  • Hydrogen-Ion Concentration

    the normality of a solution with respect to hydrogen ions; h+. it is related to acidity measurements in most cases by ph = log 1/2[1/(h+)], where (h+) is the hydrogen ion concentration in gram equivalents per liter of solution. (mcgraw-hill dictionary of scientific and technical terms, 6th ed)
  • Hydrogenophilaceae

    a family of gram-negative bacteria in the order hydrogenophilales, class betaproteobacteria.
  • Hydrogensulfite Reductase

    an enzyme found primarily in sulfur-reducing bacteria where it plays an important role in the anaerobic carbon oxidation pathway.
  • Lisuride

    an ergot derivative that acts as an agonist at dopamine d2 receptors (dopamine agonists). it may also act as an antagonist at dopamine d1 receptors, and as an agonist at some serotonin receptors (serotonin receptor agonists).
  • Noscapine

    a naturally occurring opium alkaloid that is a centrally acting antitussive agent.
  • Nuclear Weapons

    a weapon that derives its destructive force from nuclear fission and/or fusion.
  • Peptide Transporter 1

    a proton-coupled symporter that transports oligopeptides and dipeptides. it localizes to the brush-border membrane of the intestinal epithelium and plays a critical role in the assimilation of dietary proteins.
  • Protons

    stable elementary particles having the smallest known positive charge, found in the nuclei of all elements. the proton mass is less than that of a neutron. a proton is the nucleus of the light hydrogen atom, i.e., the hydrogen ion.
  • Rivastigmine

    a carbamate-derived reversible cholinesterase inhibitor that is selective for the central nervous system and is used for the treatment of dementia in alzheimer disease and parkinson disease.
  • Sodium Bicarbonate

    a white, crystalline powder that is commonly used as a ph buffering agent, an electrolyte replenisher, systemic alkalizer and in topical cleansing solutions.
  • Tritium

    the radioactive isotope of hydrogen also known as hydrogen-3. it contains two neutrons and one proton in its nucleus and decays to produce low energy beta particles.
  • Water

    a clear, odorless, tasteless liquid that is essential for most animal and plant life and is an excellent solvent for many substances. the chemical formula is hydrogen oxide (h2o). (mcgraw-hill dictionary of scientific and technical terms, 4th ed)
  • Benzocaine

    a surface anesthetic that acts by preventing transmission of impulses along nerve fibers and at nerve endings.
  • Benztropine

    a centrally active muscarinic antagonist that has been used in the symptomatic treatment of parkinson disease. benztropine also inhibits the uptake of dopamine.
  • Betahistine

    a histamine analog and h1 receptor agonist that serves as a vasodilator. it is used in meniere disease and in vascular headaches but may exacerbate bronchial asthma and peptic ulcers.
  • Bromocriptine

    a semisynthetic ergotamine alkaloid that is a dopamine d2 agonist. it suppresses prolactin secretion.
  • Chlorofluorocarbons, Methane

    a group of methane-based halogenated hydrocarbons containing one or more fluorine and chlorine atoms.
  • Deferoxamine

    natural product isolated from streptomyces pilosus. it forms iron complexes and is used as a chelating agent, particularly in the mesylate form.
  • Dihydroergotamine

    a 9,10alpha-dihydro derivative of ergotamine. it is used as a vasoconstrictor, specifically for the therapy of migraine disorders.
  • Ergoloid Mesylates

    a mixture of the mesylates (methane sulfonates) of dihydroergocornine; dihydroergocristine; and the alpha- and beta-isomers of dihydroergocryptine. the substance produces a generalized peripheral vasodilation and a fall in arterial pressure and has been used to treat symptoms of mild to moderate impairment of mental function in the elderly.
  • Ethyl Methanesulfonate

    an antineoplastic agent with alkylating properties. it also acts as a mutagen by damaging dna and is used experimentally for that effect.
  • Gabexate

    a serine proteinase inhibitor used therapeutically in the treatment of pancreatitis, disseminated intravascular coagulation (dic), and as a regional anticoagulant for hemodialysis. the drug inhibits the hydrolytic effects of thrombin, plasmin, and kallikrein, but not of chymotrypsin and aprotinin.
  • Imatinib Mesylate

    a tyrosine kinase inhibitor and antineoplastic agent that inhibits the bcr-abl kinase created by chromosome rearrangements in chronic myeloid leukemia and acute lymphoblastic leukemia, as well as pdg-derived tyrosine kinases that are overexpressed in gastrointestinal stromal tumors.
  • Mesylates

    organic salts or esters of methanesulfonic acid.
  • Methane

    the simplest saturated hydrocarbon. it is a colorless, flammable gas, slightly soluble in water. it is one of the chief constituents of natural gas and is formed in the decomposition of organic matter. (grant & hackh's chemical dictionary, 5th ed)
  • Methyl Methanesulfonate

    an alkylating agent in cancer therapy that may also act as a mutagen by interfering with and causing damage to dna.
  • Methylococcaceae

    a family of gram-negative, aerobic bacteria utilizing only one-carbon organic compounds and isolated from in soil and water.
  • Phentolamine

    a nonselective alpha-adrenergic antagonist. it is used in the treatment of hypertension and hypertensive emergencies, pheochromocytoma, vasospasm of raynaud disease and frostbite, clonidine withdrawal syndrome, impotence, and peripheral vascular disease.

Coding Guidelines

The appropriate 7th character is to be added to each code from block Toxic effect of other gases, fumes and vapors (T59). 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
Acetylene (gas)T59.891T59.892T59.893T59.894  
Acetylene (gas)
  »dichloride
T59.891T59.892T59.893T59.894  
Acetylene (gas)
  »incomplete combustion of
T59.891T59.892T59.893T59.894  
Acetylene (gas)
  »industrial
T59.891T59.892T59.893T59.894  
Acetylene (gas)
  »tetrachloride
T59.891T59.892T59.893T59.894  
Acetylene (gas)
  »tetrachloride
    »vapor
T59.891T59.892T59.893T59.894  
Acrolein (gas)T59.891T59.892T59.893T59.894  
Acrolein (gas)
  »liquid
T59.891T59.892T59.893T59.894  
Ammonia (fumes) (gas) (vapor)T59.891T59.892T59.893T59.894  
Ammonia (fumes) (gas) (vapor)
  »aromatic spirit
T59.891T59.892T59.893T59.894  
Ammonia (fumes) (gas) (vapor)
  »liquid (household)
T59.891T59.892T59.893T59.894  
Brake fluid vaporT59.891T59.892T59.893T59.894  
Butane (distributed in mobile container)T59.891T59.892T59.893T59.894  
Butane (distributed in mobile container)
  »distributed through pipes
T59.891T59.892T59.893T59.894  
Butane (distributed in mobile container)
  »incomplete combustion
T59.891T59.892T59.893T59.894  
Combustion gas (after combustion)T59.891T59.892T59.893T59.894  
Combustion gas (after combustion)
  »prior to combustion
T59.891T59.892T59.893T59.894  
Cyanic acid (gas)T59.891T59.892T59.893T59.894  
Cyanogen (chloride) (gas) NECT59.891T59.892T59.893T59.894  
Diazomethane (gas)T59.891T59.892T59.893T59.894  
Diborane (gas)T59.891T59.892T59.893T59.894  
Dichloroethyl sulfide, not in warT59.891T59.892T59.893T59.894  
Dichloroformoxine, not in warT59.891T59.892T59.893T59.894  
Domestic gas (after combustion)T59.891T59.892T59.893T59.894  
Domestic gas (after combustion)
  »prior to combustion
T59.891T59.892T59.893T59.894  
Ethidium chloride (vapor)T59.891T59.892T59.893T59.894  
Ethylene (gas)T59.891T59.892T59.893T59.894  
Ethylene (gas)
  »anesthetic (general)
T59.891T59.892T59.893T59.894  
Ethylene (gas)
  »chlorohydrin
T59.891T59.892T59.893T59.894  
Ethylene (gas)
  »chlorohydrin
    »vapor
T59.891T59.892T59.893T59.894  
Ethylene (gas)
  »dichloride
T59.891T59.892T59.893T59.894  
Ethylene (gas)
  »dichloride
    »vapor
T59.891T59.892T59.893T59.894  
Ethylene (gas)
  »dinitrate
T59.891T59.892T59.893T59.894  
Ethylene (gas)
  »glycol (s)
T59.891T59.892T59.893T59.894  
Ethylene (gas)
  »glycol (s)
    »dinitrate
T59.891T59.892T59.893T59.894  
Ethylene (gas)
  »glycol (s)
    »monobutyl ether
T59.891T59.892T59.893T59.894  
Ethylene (gas)
  »imine
T59.891T59.892T59.893T59.894  
Ethylene (gas)
  »oxide (fumigant) (nonmedicinal)
T59.891T59.892T59.893T59.894  
Ethylene (gas)
  »oxide (fumigant) (nonmedicinal)
    »medicinal
T59.891T59.892T59.893T59.894  
Ferrovanadium (fumes)T59.891T59.892T59.893T59.894  
FiredampT59.891T59.892T59.893T59.894  
Helium (nonmedicinal) NECT59.891T59.892T59.893T59.894  
Helium (nonmedicinal) NEC
  »medicinal
T59.891T59.892T59.893T59.894  
Hydrocarbon gasT59.891T59.892T59.893T59.894  
Hydrocarbon gas
  »incomplete combustion of
T59.891T59.892T59.893T59.894  
Hydrocarbon gas
  »liquefied (mobile container)
T59.891T59.892T59.893T59.894  
Hydrocarbon gas
  »liquefied (mobile container)
    »piped (natural)
T59.891T59.892T59.893T59.894  
HydrogenT59.891T59.892T59.893T59.894  
Hydrogen
  »arsenide
T59.891T59.892T59.893T59.894  
Hydrogen
  »arseniureted
T59.891T59.892T59.893T59.894  
Hydrogen
  »chloride
T59.891T59.892T59.893T59.894  
Hydrogen
  »cyanide (salts)
T59.891T59.892T59.893T59.894  
Hydrogen
  »cyanide (salts)
    »gas
T59.891T59.892T59.893T59.894  
Hydrogen
  »Fluoride
T59.891T59.892T59.893T59.894  
Hydrogen
  »Fluoride
    »vapor
T59.891T59.892T59.893T59.894  
Hydrogen
  »peroxide
T59.891T59.892T59.893T59.894  
Hydrogen
  »phosphureted
T59.891T59.892T59.893T59.894  
Hydrogen
  »sulfide
T59.891T59.892T59.893T59.894  
Hydrogen
  »sulfide
    »arseniureted
T59.891T59.892T59.893T59.894  
Hydrogen
  »sulfureted
T59.891T59.892T59.893T59.894  
Liquefied petroleum gasesT59.891T59.892T59.893T59.894  
Liquefied petroleum gases
  »piped (pure or mixed with air)
T59.891T59.892T59.893T59.894  
Marsh gasT59.891T59.892T59.893T59.894  
MethaneT59.891T59.892T59.893T59.894  
MethanethiolT59.891T59.892T59.893T59.894  
OzoneT59.891T59.892T59.893T59.894  
Phosgene (gas)T59.891T59.892T59.893T59.894  
Polyester fumesT59.891T59.892T59.893T59.894  
Polytetrafluoroethylene (inhaled)T59.891T59.892T59.893T59.894  
Propane (distributed in mobile container)T59.891T59.892T59.893T59.894  
Propane (distributed in mobile container)
  »distributed through pipes
T59.891T59.892T59.893T59.894  
Propane (distributed in mobile container)
  »incomplete combustion
T59.891T59.892T59.893T59.894  
PropyleneT59.891T59.892T59.893T59.894  
Sternutator gasT59.891T59.892T59.893T59.894  

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.