ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for X16
Contact with hot heating appliances, radiators and pipes
Coding Notes & Guidelines for X16
- contact with powered appliances (W29.-)
- exposure to controlled fire in building or structure due to appliance (X02.8)
- exposure to industrial appliances electrical current (W86.1)
The appropriate 7th character is to be added to code X16
- A: initial encounter
- D: subsequent encounter
- S: sequela
About ICD-10-CM Code X16 (Contact with hot heating appliances)
ICD-10-CM code X16 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 X16 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about X16 - Contact with hot heating appliances, radiators and pipes. 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 hot heating appliances related to radiators and pipes.