2024 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code T46.2X4A
Poisoning by other antidysrhythmic drugs, undetermined, initial encounter
- ICD-10-CM Code:
- T46.2X4A
- ICD-10 Code for:
- Poisoning by oth antidysrhythmic drugs, undetermined, init
- Is Billable?
- Yes - Valid for Submission
- Chronic Condition Indicator: [1]
- Not chronic
- Code Navigator:
T46.2X4A is a billable diagnosis code used to specify a medical diagnosis of poisoning by other antidysrhythmic drugs, undetermined, initial encounter. The code is valid during the current fiscal year for the submission of HIPAA-covered transactions from October 01, 2023 through September 30, 2024.
T46.2X4A is an initial encounter code, includes a 7th character and should be used while the patient is receiving active treatment for a condition like poisoning by other antidysrhythmic drugs undetermined. According to ICD-10-CM Guidelines an "initial encounter" doesn't necessarily means "initial visit". The 7th character should be used when the patient is undergoing active treatment regardless if new or different providers saw the patient over the course of a treatment. The appropriate 7th character codes should also be used even if the patient delayed seeking treatment for a condition.
Clinical Classification
Clinical Category | CCSR Category Code | Inpatient Default CCSR | Outpatient Default CCSR |
---|---|---|---|
External cause codes: intent of injury, undetermined | EXT023 | N - Not default inpatient assignment for principal diagnosis or first-listed diagnosis. | N - Not default outpatient assignment for principal diagnosis or first-listed diagnosis. |
External cause codes: poisoning by drug | EXT014 | N - Not default inpatient assignment for principal diagnosis or first-listed diagnosis. | N - Not default outpatient assignment for principal diagnosis or first-listed diagnosis. |
Poisoning by drugs, initial encounter | INJ022 | Y - Yes, default inpatient assignment for principal diagnosis or first-listed diagnosis. | Y - Yes, default outpatient assignment for principal diagnosis or first-listed diagnosis. |
Clinical Information
Ajmaline
an alkaloid found in the root of rauwolfia serpentina, among other plant sources. it is a class 1-a antiarrhythmic agent that apparently acts by changing the shape and threshold of cardiac action potentials.Amiodarone
an antianginal and class iii antiarrhythmic drug. it increases the duration of ventricular and atrial muscle action by inhibiting potassium channels and voltage-gated sodium channels. there is a resulting decrease in heart rate and in vascular resistance.Aprindine
a class ib anti-arrhythmia agent used to manage ventricular and supraventricular arrhythmias.Bunaftine
n-butyl-n-(2-(diethylamino)ethyl)-1-naphthamide. a proposed antiarrhythmic that prolongs myocardial refractory period and stabilizes cell membranes.Disopyramide
a class i anti-arrhythmic agent (one that interferes directly with the depolarization of the cardiac membrane and thus serves as a membrane-stabilizing agent) with a depressant action on the heart similar to that of guanidine. it also possesses some anticholinergic and local anesthetic properties.Encainide
one of the anti-arrhythmia agents, it blocks voltage-gated sodium channels and slows conduction within the his-purkinje system and myocardium.Flecainide
a potent anti-arrhythmia agent, effective in a wide range of ventricular and atrial arrhythmias and tachycardias.Lorajmine
a monochloroacetyl derivative of ajmaline. it is a class ia antiarrhythmic agent that is rapidly hydrolyzed to ajmaline by plasma and tissue esterases.Mexiletine
antiarrhythmic agent pharmacologically similar to lidocaine. it may have some anticonvulsant properties.Procainamide
a class ia antiarrhythmic drug that is structurally-related to procaine.Propafenone
an antiarrhythmia agent that is particularly effective in ventricular arrhythmias. it also has weak beta-blocking activity.Quinidine
an optical isomer of quinine, extracted from the bark of the chinchona tree and similar plant species. this alkaloid dampens the excitability of cardiac and skeletal muscles by blocking sodium and potassium currents across cellular membranes. it prolongs cellular action potentials, and decreases automaticity. quinidine also blocks muscarinic and alpha-adrenergic neurotransmission.Tocainide
an antiarrhythmic agent which exerts a potential- and frequency-dependent block of sodium channels.
Coding Guidelines
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 aplicable episode of care:
- A - initial encounter
- D - subsequent encounter
- S - sequela
Convert T46.2X4A to ICD-9-CM
- ICD-9-CM Code: 972.0 - Pois-card rhythm regulat
Combination Flag - Multiple codes are needed to describe the source diagnosis code. Correct coding should be done based on contextual judgment. - ICD-9-CM Code: E980.4 - Undet pois-med agnt NEC
Combination Flag - Multiple codes are needed to describe the source diagnosis code. Correct coding should be done based on contextual judgment.
Table of Drugs and Chemicals
The parent code T46.2X4 of the current diagnosis 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
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.
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.