ICD-10-CM X98: Assault by steam, hot vapors and hot objects

ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)

Official Description for X98

Assault by steam, hot vapors and hot objects

Coding Notes & Guidelines for X98

7th Character Guidance

The appropriate 7th character is to be added to each code from category X98

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

Child Codes (More Specific Codes for X98):

X98.0 - Assault by steam or hot vapors X98.1 - Assault by hot tap water X98.2 - Assault by hot fluids X98.3 - Assault by hot household appliances X98.8 - Assault by other hot objects X98.9 - Assault by unspecified hot objects

About ICD-10-CM Code X98 (Assault by steam)

ICD-10-CM code X98 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 X98 became effective on October 1, 2024.

This page provides detailed information about X98 - Assault by steam, hot vapors and hot objects. 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 Assault by steam related to hot vapors and hot objects.