ICD-10-CM T49.3X6: Underdosing of emollients, demulcents and protectants

ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)

Official Description for T49.3X6

Underdosing of emollients, demulcents and protectants

Parent Code (Less Specific):

T49 - Poisoning by, adverse effect of and underdosing of topical agents primarily affecting skin and mucous membrane and by ophthalmological, otorhinorlaryngological and dental drugs

About ICD-10-CM Code T49.3X6 (Underdosing of emollients)

ICD-10-CM code T49.3X6 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 T49.3X6 became effective on October 1, 2024.

This page provides detailed information about T49.3X6 - Underdosing of emollients, demulcents and protectants. 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 Underdosing of emollients related to demulcents and protectants.