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X04

Exposure to ignition of highly flammable material

Non-billableCategory

Chapter: 20. External causes of morbidity

Section: X00-X08 - Exposure to smoke, fire and flames

7th Character Required

The appropriate 7th character is to be added to code X04

A - initial encounter

D - subsequent encounter

S - sequela

Coding Guidelines

Inclusion Terms

  • Exposure to ignition of gasoline
  • Exposure to ignition of kerosene
  • Exposure to ignition of petrol

Excludes2 (Not Included Here)

These conditions are not part of this code but may be reported additionally if documented

  • X05 - exposure to ignition or melting of nightwear (X05)
  • X06 - exposure to ignition or melting of other clothing and apparel (X06)

Specific Codes (3)

X04.XXXABillable

Exposure to ignition of highly flammable material, initial encounter

X04.XXXDBillable

Exposure to ignition of highly flammable material, subsequent encounter

X04.XXXSBillable

Exposure to ignition of highly flammable material, sequela

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