T49.92XD — Poisoning by unspecified topical agent, intentional self-harm, subsequent encounter
Is T49.92XD billable?
Yes, but T49.92XD is an unspecified code. T49.92XD is a valid, billable ICD-10-CM code for encounters from October 1, 2026 through September 30, 2027. However, T49.92XD is an unspecified or catch-all code. Payers apply additional scrutiny to unspecified codes and many deny them when the medical record supports a more specific option, so check the documentation before selecting T49.92XD — the more specific alternatives are listed below.
More specific alternatives
- T49.0X1DPoisoning by local antifungal, anti-infective and anti-inflammatory drugs, accidental (unintentional), subsequent encounter
- T49.1X1DPoisoning by antipruritics, accidental (unintentional), subsequent encounter
- T49.2X1DPoisoning by local astringents and local detergents, accidental (unintentional), subsequent encounter
- T49.3X1DPoisoning by emollients, demulcents and protectants, accidental (unintentional), subsequent encounter
- T49.4X1DPoisoning by keratolytics, keratoplastics, and other hair treatment drugs and preparations, accidental (unintentional), subsequent encounter
- T49.5X1DPoisoning by ophthalmological drugs and preparations, accidental (unintentional), subsequent encounter
- T49.6X1DPoisoning by otorhinolaryngological drugs and preparations, accidental (unintentional), subsequent encounter
- T49.7X1DPoisoning by dental drugs, topically applied, accidental (unintentional), subsequent encounter
- T49.8X1DPoisoning by other topical agents, accidental (unintentional), subsequent encounter
T49.92XD at a glance
| Code | T49.92XD |
|---|---|
| Description | Poisoning by unspecified topical agent, intentional self-harm, subsequent encounter |
| Billable | Yes |
| Code set | ICD-10-CM FY2027 |
| Valid for encounters | October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027 |
| 7th character "D" | subsequent encounter |
What does the 7th character "D" mean in T49.92XD?
In T49.92XD, the 7th character D means subsequent encounter. The 7th character is required for T49.92XD to be a valid, complete code.
Same condition, different episode of care — switch the 7th character:
Which MS-DRGs does T49.92XD group to?
T49.92XD sits in MDC 23 and helps define the logic of 2 MS-DRGs (version 44, FY2027). Which one a stay actually groups to also depends on procedures and secondary diagnoses.
- 949Aftercare with CC/MCCmedical
- 950Aftercare without CC/MCCmedical
Excludes1 — never code together — inherited from T36-T50
The conditions below can never be reported together with T49.92XD on the same claim. An Excludes1 note means the two conditions cannot occur in the same patient, so reporting both is a coding error.
- toxic reaction to local anesthesia in pregnancy (O29.3-)
Code first — inherited from T36-T50
The underlying condition below must be sequenced before T49.92XD. T49.92XD describes a manifestation and cannot be the principal or first-listed diagnosis.
Use additional code — inherited from Chapter 19
Report an additional code alongside T49.92XD to fully describe the condition. T49.92XD is sequenced first.
- code to identify any retained foreign body, if applicable (Z18.-)
Use additional code — inherited from T36-T50
Report an additional code alongside T49.92XD to fully describe the condition. T49.92XD is sequenced first.
Excludes2 — not included here — inherited from Chapter 19
The conditions below are not part of T49.92XD, but a patient may have both at the same time. When documentation supports it, T49.92XD and the excluded code may both be reported.
Excludes2 — not included here — inherited from T36-T50
The conditions below are not part of T49.92XD, but a patient may have both at the same time. When documentation supports it, T49.92XD and the excluded code may both be reported.
How long has T49.92XD existed?
T49.92XD has been in ICD-10-CM since at least FY2016, the earliest fiscal year on record here.
Derived from the official order files for FY2016–FY2026. FY2017 and FY2020 publish no order file, so those years are not covered.