ICD-10-CM X13: Contact with steam and other hot vapors

ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)

Official Description for X13

Contact with steam and other hot vapors

Coding Notes & Guidelines for X13

7th Character Guidance

The appropriate 7th character is to be added to each code from category X13

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

Child Codes (More Specific Codes for X13):

About ICD-10-CM Code X13 (Contact with steam and other hot vapors)

ICD-10-CM code X13 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 X13 became effective on October 1, 2024.

This page provides detailed information about X13 - Contact with steam and other hot vapors. 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 Contact with steam and other hot vapors.