ICD-10-CM X06: Exposure to ignition or melting of other clothing and apparel

ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)

Official Description for X06

Exposure to ignition or melting of other clothing and apparel

Coding Notes & Guidelines for X06

Excludes2: Not Included Here
  • exposure to uncontrolled fire in building or structure (X00.-)
  • exposure to uncontrolled fire, not in building or structure (X01.-)
  • exposure to controlled fire in building or structure (X02.-)
  • exposure to controlled fire, not in building or structure (X03.-)
  • exposure to ignition of highly flammable materials (X04.-)
7th Character Guidance

The appropriate 7th character is to be added to each code from category X06

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

Child Codes (More Specific Codes for X06):

X06.0 - Exposure to ignition of plastic jewelry X06.1 - Exposure to melting of plastic jewelry X06.2 - Exposure to ignition of other clothing and apparel X06.3 - Exposure to melting of other clothing and apparel

About ICD-10-CM Code X06 (Exposure to ignition or melting of other clothing and apparel)

ICD-10-CM code X06 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 X06 became effective on October 1, 2024.

This page provides detailed information about X06 - Exposure to ignition or melting of other clothing and apparel. 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 Exposure to ignition or melting of other clothing and apparel.