ICD-10-CM T55: Toxic effect of soaps and detergents

ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)

Official Description for T55

Toxic effect of soaps and detergents

Coding Notes & Guidelines for T55

Inclusion Terms

Toxic effect of soaps NOS

Inclusion Terms

Toxic effect of detergents NOS

7th Character Guidance

The appropriate 7th character is to be added to each code from category T55

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

Child Codes (More Specific Codes for T55):

T55.0 - Toxic effect of soaps T55.0X - Toxic effect of soaps T55.0X1 - Toxic effect of soaps, accidental (unintentional) T55.0X2 - Toxic effect of soaps, intentional self-harm T55.0X3 - Toxic effect of soaps, assault T55.0X4 - Toxic effect of soaps, undetermined T55.1 - Toxic effect of detergents T55.1X - Toxic effect of detergents T55.1X1 - Toxic effect of detergents, accidental (unintentional) T55.1X2 - Toxic effect of detergents, intentional self-harm T55.1X3 - Toxic effect of detergents, assault T55.1X4 - Toxic effect of detergents, undetermined

About ICD-10-CM Code T55 (Toxic effect of soaps and detergents)

ICD-10-CM code T55 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 T55 became effective on October 1, 2024.

This page provides detailed information about T55 - Toxic effect of soaps and detergents. 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 Toxic effect of soaps and detergents.