X18: Contact with other hot metals
Codes under X18 (Contact with other hot metals). A ✓ marks a billable (fully specified) code; category codes without a ✓ are not billable on their own.
| Code | Description | Billable |
|---|---|---|
| X18.XXXA | Contact with other hot metals, initial encounter | ✓ |
| X18.XXXA | Contact with other hot metals, initial encounter | ✓ |
| X18.XXXD | Contact with other hot metals, subsequent encounter | ✓ |
| X18.XXXD | Contact with other hot metals, subsequent encounter | ✓ |
| X18.XXXS | Contact with other hot metals, sequela | ✓ |
| X18.XXXS | Contact with other hot metals, sequela | ✓ |
Frequently asked questions
What is ICD-10-CM code X18?
X18 is an ICD-10-CM category covering Contact with other hot metals. It contains 6 more specific diagnosis codes, 6 of which are billable.
Is X18 a billable code?
No — X18 is a category header and isn't billable on its own. Code to the highest level of specificity using one of its subcodes (for example X18.XXXA — Contact with other hot metals, initial encounter). 6 of the 6 codes under X18 are billable.
What codes fall under X18?
X18 includes X18.XXXA, X18.XXXA, X18.XXXD, X18.XXXD, X18.XXXS, plus 1 more. See the full list with descriptions and billable status above.
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