ICD-10-CM T27: Burn and corrosion of respiratory tract

ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)

Official Description for T27

Burn and corrosion of respiratory tract

Coding Notes & Guidelines for T27

Code First

(T51-T65) to identify chemical and intent

Code First

(T51-T65) to identify chemical and intent

Code First

(T51-T65) to identify chemical and intent

Code First

(T51-T65) to identify chemical and intent

Use Additional Code

external cause code to identify the source and intent of the burn (X00-X19, X75-X77, X96-X98)

Use Additional Code

external cause code to identify place (Y92)

Inclusion Terms

Burn of thoracic cavity

7th Character Guidance

The appropriate 7th character is to be added to each code from category T27

7th Character Definitions
  • A: initial encounter
  • D: subsequent encounter
  • S: sequela

Child Codes (More Specific Codes for T27):

T27.0 - Burn of larynx and trachea T27.1 - Burn involving larynx and trachea with lung T27.2 - Burn of other parts of respiratory tract T27.3 - Burn of respiratory tract, part unspecified T27.4 - Corrosion of larynx and trachea T27.5 - Corrosion involving larynx and trachea with lung T27.6 - Corrosion of other parts of respiratory tract T27.7 - Corrosion of respiratory tract, part unspecified

About ICD-10-CM Code T27 (Burn and corrosion of respiratory tract)

ICD-10-CM code T27 is a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. The 2025 edition of ICD-10-CM T27 became effective on October 1, 2024.

This page provides detailed information about T27 - Burn and corrosion of respiratory tract. It includes common terminology, coding guidelines such as "Includes," "Excludes1," and "Excludes2" notes, and information on required 7th characters. Utilizing this information correctly is essential for accurate medical coding and claims submission for conditions like Burn and corrosion of respiratory tract.