T69
Other effects of reduced temperature
Non-billableCategory
7th Character Required
The appropriate 7th character is to be added to each code from category T69
A - initial encounter
D - subsequent encounter
S - sequela
Coding Guidelines
Excludes2 (Not Included Here)
These conditions are not part of this code but may be reported additionally if documented
- T33.-T34 - frostbite (T33-T34)
Use Additional Code
- code to identify source of exposure:
- Exposure to excessive cold of man-made origin (W93)
- Exposure to excessive cold of natural origin (X31)
