2024 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code T67
Effects of heat and light
- ICD-10-CM Code:
- T67
- ICD-10 Code for:
- Effects of heat and light
- Is Billable?
- Not Valid for Submission
- Code Navigator:
T67 is a non-specific and non-billable diagnosis code code, consider using a code with a higher level of specificity for a diagnosis of effects of heat and light. 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 Effects of heat and light
Non-specific codes like T67 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 effects of heat and light:
T67.0 for Heatstroke and sunstroke - NON-BILLABLE CODE
T67.01 for Heatstroke and sunstroke - NON-BILLABLE CODE
T67.02 for Exertional heatstroke - NON-BILLABLE CODE
T67.09 for Other heatstroke and sunstroke - NON-BILLABLE CODE
T67.1 for Heat syncope - NON-BILLABLE CODE
T67.2 for Heat cramp - NON-BILLABLE CODE
T67.3 for Heat exhaustion, anhydrotic - NON-BILLABLE CODE
T67.4 for Heat exhaustion due to salt depletion - NON-BILLABLE CODE
T67.5 for Heat exhaustion, unspecified - NON-BILLABLE CODE
T67.6 for Heat fatigue, transient - NON-BILLABLE CODE
T67.7 for Heat edema - NON-BILLABLE CODE
T67.8 for Other effects of heat and light - NON-BILLABLE CODE
T67.9 for Effect of heat and light, unspecified - NON-BILLABLE CODE
Coding Guidelines
The appropriate 7th character is to be added to each code from block Effects of heat and light (T67). Use the following options for the aplicable episode of care:
- A - initial encounter
- D - subsequent encounter
- S - sequela
Tabular List of Diseases and Injuries
The following annotation back-references are applicable to this diagnosis code. The Tabular List of Diseases and Injuries is a list of ICD-10-CM codes, organized "head to toe" into chapters and sections with coding notes and guidance for inclusions, exclusions, descriptions and more.
Type 1 Excludes
Type 1 ExcludesA type 1 excludes note is a pure excludes note. It means "NOT CODED HERE!" An Excludes1 note indicates that the code excluded should never be used at the same time as the code above the Excludes1 note. An Excludes1 is used when two conditions cannot occur together, such as a congenital form versus an acquired form of the same condition.
- erythema dermatitis ab igne L59.0
- malignant hyperpyrexia due to anesthesia T88.3
- radiation-related disorders of the skin and subcutaneous tissue L55 L59
Type 2 Excludes
Type 2 ExcludesA type 2 excludes note represents "Not included here". An excludes2 note indicates that the condition excluded is not part of the condition represented by the code, but a patient may have both conditions at the same time. When an Excludes2 note appears under a code, it is acceptable to use both the code and the excluded code together, when appropriate.
7th Character Note
7th Character NoteCertain ICD-10-CM categories have applicable 7th characters. The applicable 7th character is required for all codes within the category, or as the notes in the Tabular List instruct. The 7th character must always be the 7th character in the data field. If a code that requires a 7th character is not 6 characters, a placeholder X must be used to fill in the empty characters.
- The appropriate 7th character is to be added to each code from category T67
7th Character
7th CharacterIndicates that a seventh character is to be assigned to codes in a subcategory.
- A - initial encounter
- D - subsequent encounter
- S - sequela
Patient Education
Heat Illness
Your body normally cools itself by sweating. During hot weather, especially when it is very humid, sweating just isn't enough to cool you off. Your body temperature can rise to dangerous levels and you can develop a heat illness.
Most heat illnesses happen when you stay out in the heat too long. Exercising and working outside in high heat can also lead to heat illness. Older adults, young children, and those who are sick or overweight are most at risk. Taking certain medicines or drinking alcohol can also raise your risk.
Heat-related illnesses include:
- Heat stroke - a life-threatening illness in which body temperature may rise above 106 °F (41 °C) in minutes. Symptoms include dry skin, a rapid, strong pulse, dizziness, nausea, and confusion. If you see any of these signs, get medical help right away.
- Heat exhaustion - an illness that can happen after several days of exposure to high temperatures and not enough fluids. Symptoms include heavy sweating, rapid breathing, and a fast, weak pulse. If it is not treated, it can turn into heat stroke.
- Heat cramps - muscle pains or spasms that happen during heavy exercise. You usually get them in your abdomen, arms, or legs.
- Heat rash - skin irritation from excessive sweating. It is more common in young children.
You can lower your risk of heat illness by drinking fluids to prevent dehydration, replacing lost salt and minerals, and limiting your time in the heat.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
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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.