Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for icd-10 coding for smoke inhalation includes clinical validation requirements, medical necessity guidelines, and coding policies.
Save 2+ hours daily with instant clinical documentation.
Our AI scribe listens, understands, and generates comprehensive medical notes so you can focus on patient care.
Save 2+ hours daily with instant, HIPAA-compliant clinical documentation.
Experience real-time transcription and automatic note creation in seconds.
Start recording to see live conversation transcription.
© 2025 DocScrib. All rights reserved. Powered by Docscrib.com
Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Smoke Inhalation
Use ICD-10 code T59.81- for toxic effect of smoke, accidental, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.
Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis
Hypoxemia
Use when ABG shows PaO₂ <60 mmHg.
Wheezing
Use when wheezing is documented on physical exam.
The primary ICD-10 code for smoke inhalation is T59.81-, used for toxic effects of smoke, with J70.5 as a secondary code for respiratory conditions.
Code T59.81- for the toxic effect of smoke as primary, and J70.5 for respiratory conditions as secondary.