2024 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code T55.0X1

Toxic effect of soaps, accidental (unintentional)

ICD-10-CM Code:
T55.0X1
ICD-10 Code for:
Toxic effect of soaps, accidental (unintentional)
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 soaps and detergents
        (T55)

T55.0X1 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 soaps, accidental (unintentional). 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 soaps, accidental (unintentional)

Non-specific codes like T55.0X1 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 soaps, accidental (unintentional):

  • Use T55.0X1A for initial encounter - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use T55.0X1D for subsequent encounter - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use T55.0X1S 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:

  • Accidental poisoning by soap products
  • Accidental poisoning by synthetic detergents and shampoos
  • Alkali metal soap adverse reaction
  • Anionic surfactant adverse reaction
  • Automotive products causing toxic effect
  • Automotive products causing toxic effect
  • Car shampoo or wax causing toxic effect
  • Hair shaft damage by chemical
  • Hair shaft damage from hairdressing chemicals
  • Hair shaft damage from shampooing
  • Screenwash causing toxic effect
  • Soap colitis
  • Toxic effect of soap

Coding Guidelines

The appropriate 7th character is to be added to each code from block Toxic effect of soaps and detergents (T55). 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.


Inclusion Terms

Inclusion Terms
These terms are the conditions for which that code is to be used. The terms may be synonyms of the code title, or, in the case of "other specified" codes, the terms are a list of the various conditions assigned to that code. The inclusion terms are not necessarily exhaustive. Additional terms found only in the Alphabetic Index may also be assigned to a code.
  • Toxic effect of soaps NOS

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
ShampooT55.0X1T55.0X2T55.0X3T55.0X4  
Soap (powder) (product)T55.0X1T55.0X2T55.0X3T55.0X4  
Soap (powder) (product)
  »enema
T55.0X1T55.0X2T55.0X3T55.0X4  
Soap (powder) (product)
  »medicinal, soft
T55.0X1T55.0X2T55.0X3T55.0X4  
Soap (powder) (product)
  »superfatted
T55.0X1T55.0X2T55.0X3T55.0X4  
Soft soapT55.0X1T55.0X2T55.0X3T55.0X4  

Patient Education


Household Products

The products you use for cleaning, carpentry, auto repair, gardening, and many other household uses can contain ingredients that can harm you, your family, and the environment. These include :

  • Oven and drain cleaners
  • Cleaning and disinfecting products, including bleach and antibacterial cleaners
  • Laundry powder
  • Floor polish
  • Paint thinners, strippers, and removers
  • Pesticides
  • Grease and rust removers
  • Motor oil and fuel additives
  • Arts and craft supplies

Toxic substances in these products can cause harm if inhaled, swallowed, or absorbed through the skin. People respond to toxic substances in different ways. At high doses, a toxic substance might cause birth defects or other serious problems, including brain damage or death.

To avoid problems, keep products in the containers they come in and use them exactly as the label says. Follow label directions or get medical help if you swallow or inhale them or get them on your skin.

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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.