2024 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code T50.5X2S

Poisoning by appetite depressants, intentional self-harm, sequela

ICD-10-CM Code:
T50.5X2S
ICD-10 Code for:
Poisoning by appetite depressants, self-harm, sequela
Is Billable?
Yes - Valid for Submission
Chronic Condition Indicator: [1]
Not chronic
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Code Classification

  • Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes
    (S00–T88)
    • Poisoning by, adverse effect of and underdosing of drugs, medicaments and biological substances
      (T36-T50)
      • Poisoning by, adverse effect of and underdosing of diuretics and other and unspecified drugs, medicaments and biological substances
        (T50)

T50.5X2S is a billable diagnosis code used to specify a medical diagnosis of poisoning by appetite depressants, intentional self-harm, sequela. The code is valid during the current fiscal year for the submission of HIPAA-covered transactions from October 01, 2023 through September 30, 2024. The code is exempt from present on admission (POA) reporting for inpatient admissions to general acute care hospitals.

T50.5X2S is a sequela code, includes a 7th character and should be used for complications that arise as a direct result of a condition like poisoning by appetite depressants intentional self-harm. According to ICD-10-CM Guidelines a "sequela" code should be used for chronic or residual conditions that are complications of an initial acute disease, illness or injury. The most common sequela is pain. Usually, two diagnosis codes are needed when reporting sequela. The first code describes the nature of the sequela while the second code describes the sequela or late effect.

Approximate Synonyms

The following clinical terms are approximate synonyms or lay terms that might be used to identify the correct diagnosis code:

  • Central appetite depressant overdose
  • Intentional central appetite depressant overdose

Clinical Classification

Clinical CategoryCCSR Category CodeInpatient Default CCSROutpatient Default CCSR
Mental and substance use disorders; sequelaMBD034Y - Yes, default inpatient assignment for principal diagnosis or first-listed diagnosis.Y - Yes, default outpatient assignment for principal diagnosis or first-listed diagnosis.
Poisoning/toxic effect/adverse effects/underdosing, sequelaINJ075N - Not default inpatient assignment for principal diagnosis or first-listed diagnosis.N - Not default outpatient assignment for principal diagnosis or first-listed diagnosis.

Clinical Information

  • Aminorex

    an amphetamine-like anorectic agent. it may cause pulmonary hypertension.
  • Benzphetamine

    a sympathomimetic agent with properties similar to dextroamphetamine. it is used in the treatment of obesity. (from martindale, the extra pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p1222)
  • Chlorphentermine

    a sympathomimetic agent that was formerly used as an anorectic. it has properties similar to those of dextroamphetamine. it has been implicated in lipid storage disorders and pulmonary hypertension. (from martindale, the extra pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p1223)
  • Dexfenfluramine

    the s-isomer of fenfluramine. it is a serotonin agonist and is used as an anorectic. unlike fenfluramine, it does not possess any catecholamine agonist activity.
  • Diethylpropion

    a appetite depressant considered to produce less central nervous system disturbance than most drugs in this therapeutic category. it is also considered to be among the safest for patients with hypertension. (from ama drug evaluations annual, 1994, p2290)
  • Fenfluramine

    a centrally active drug that apparently both blocks serotonin uptake and provokes transport-mediated serotonin release.
  • Mazindol

    tricyclic anorexigenic agent unrelated to and less toxic than amphetamine, but with some similar side effects. it inhibits uptake of catecholamines and blocks the binding of cocaine to the dopamine uptake transporter.
  • Phenmetrazine

    a sympathomimetic drug used primarily as an appetite depressant. its actions and mechanisms are similar to dextroamphetamine.
  • Phentermine

    a central nervous system stimulant and sympathomimetic with actions and uses similar to those of dextroamphetamine. it has been used most frequently in the treatment of obesity.

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 diuretics and other and unspecified drugs, medicaments and biological substances (T50). Use the following options for the aplicable episode of care:

  • A - initial encounter
  • D - subsequent encounter
  • S - sequela

Present on Admission (POA)

T50.5X2S is exempt from POA reporting - The Present on Admission (POA) indicator is used for diagnosis codes included in claims involving inpatient admissions to general acute care hospitals. POA indicators must be reported to CMS on each claim to facilitate the grouping of diagnoses codes into the proper Diagnostic Related Groups (DRG). CMS publishes a listing of specific diagnosis codes that are exempt from the POA reporting requirement. Review other POA exempt codes here.

CMS POA Indicator Options and Definitions

POA IndicatorReason for CodeCMS will pay the CC/MCC DRG?
YDiagnosis was present at time of inpatient admission.YES
NDiagnosis was not present at time of inpatient admission.NO
UDocumentation insufficient to determine if the condition was present at the time of inpatient admission.NO
WClinically undetermined - unable to clinically determine whether the condition was present at the time of inpatient admission.YES
1Unreported/Not used - Exempt from POA reporting. NO

Convert T50.5X2S to ICD-9-CM

  • ICD-9-CM Code: 909.0 - Late eff drug poisoning
    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: E959 - Late eff of self-injury
    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 T50.5X2 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.

Substance Poisoning
Accidental
(unintentional)
Poisoning
Accidental
(self-harm)
Poisoning
Assault
Poisoning
Undetermined
Adverse
effect
Underdosing
AmfepramoneT50.5X1T50.5X2T50.5X3T50.5X4T50.5X5T50.5X6
AminorexT50.5X1T50.5X2T50.5X3T50.5X4T50.5X5T50.5X6
Anorexiant (central)T50.5X1T50.5X2T50.5X3T50.5X4T50.5X5T50.5X6
Anorexic agentsT50.5X1T50.5X2T50.5X3T50.5X4T50.5X5T50.5X6
Appetite depressants, centralT50.5X1T50.5X2T50.5X3T50.5X4T50.5X5T50.5X6
BenzamphetamineT50.5X1T50.5X2T50.5X3T50.5X4T50.5X5T50.5X6
BenzfetamineT50.5X1T50.5X2T50.5X3T50.5X4T50.5X5T50.5X6
BenzphetamineT50.5X1T50.5X2T50.5X3T50.5X4T50.5X5T50.5X6
Bulk fillerT50.5X1T50.5X2T50.5X3T50.5X4T50.5X5T50.5X6
Bulk filler
  »cathartic
T50.5X1T50.5X2T50.5X3T50.5X4T50.5X5T50.5X6
CathineT50.5X1T50.5X2T50.5X3T50.5X4T50.5X5T50.5X6
ChlorphentermineT50.5X1T50.5X2T50.5X3T50.5X4T50.5X5T50.5X6
ClobenzorexT50.5X1T50.5X2T50.5X3T50.5X4T50.5X5T50.5X6
CloforexT50.5X1T50.5X2T50.5X3T50.5X4T50.5X5T50.5X6
ClortermineT50.5X1T50.5X2T50.5X3T50.5X4T50.5X5T50.5X6
Depressant, appetiteT50.5X1T50.5X2T50.5X3T50.5X4T50.5X5T50.5X6
DepressantT50.5X1T50.5X2T50.5X3T50.5X4T50.5X5T50.5X6
Depressant
  »appetite (central)
T50.5X1T50.5X2T50.5X3T50.5X4T50.5X5T50.5X6
Depressant
  »cardiac
T50.5X1T50.5X2T50.5X3T50.5X4T50.5X5T50.5X6
Depressant
  »central nervous system (anesthetic) [See Also: Central nervous system, depressants]
T50.5X1T50.5X2T50.5X3T50.5X4T50.5X5T50.5X6
Depressant
  »central nervous system (anesthetic) [See Also: Central nervous system, depressants]
    »general anesthetic
T50.5X1T50.5X2T50.5X3T50.5X4T50.5X5T50.5X6
Depressant
  »central nervous system (anesthetic) [See Also: Central nervous system, depressants]
    »muscle tone
T50.5X1T50.5X2T50.5X3T50.5X4T50.5X5T50.5X6
Depressant
  »muscle tone, central
T50.5X1T50.5X2T50.5X3T50.5X4T50.5X5T50.5X6
Depressant
  »psychotherapeutic
T50.5X1T50.5X2T50.5X3T50.5X4T50.5X5T50.5X6
DexfenfluramineT50.5X1T50.5X2T50.5X3T50.5X4T50.5X5T50.5X6
DiethylpropionT50.5X1T50.5X2T50.5X3T50.5X4T50.5X5T50.5X6
FenbutrazateT50.5X1T50.5X2T50.5X3T50.5X4T50.5X5T50.5X6
FenfluramineT50.5X1T50.5X2T50.5X3T50.5X4T50.5X5T50.5X6
FenproporexT50.5X1T50.5X2T50.5X3T50.5X4T50.5X5T50.5X6
LevopropylhexedrineT50.5X1T50.5X2T50.5X3T50.5X4T50.5X5T50.5X6
MazindolT50.5X1T50.5X2T50.5X3T50.5X4T50.5X5T50.5X6
MefenorexT50.5X1T50.5X2T50.5X3T50.5X4T50.5X5T50.5X6
NorpseudoephedrineT50.5X1T50.5X2T50.5X3T50.5X4T50.5X5T50.5X6
OxazimedrineT50.5X1T50.5X2T50.5X3T50.5X4T50.5X5T50.5X6
PhenbutrazateT50.5X1T50.5X2T50.5X3T50.5X4T50.5X5T50.5X6
PhendimetrazineT50.5X1T50.5X2T50.5X3T50.5X4T50.5X5T50.5X6
PhenmetrazineT50.5X1T50.5X2T50.5X3T50.5X4T50.5X5T50.5X6
PhentermineT50.5X1T50.5X2T50.5X3T50.5X4T50.5X5T50.5X6

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.