Toxic effect of carbon monoxide
Chapter 19:Injury, poisoning and other consequences of external causes
ICD-10 T58 is a used to indicate a diagnosis of toxic effect of carbon monoxide.
The ICD-10 code T58 refers to the toxic effect of carbon monoxide, a colorless, odorless gas that can lead to serious health complications when inhaled. This category encompasses conditions resulting from exposure to carbon monoxide, including acute carbon monoxide poisoning, chronic exposure effects, and related complications such as neurological damage and cardiovascular issues. The clinical significance of T58 lies in its ability to capture the severity of carbon monoxide exposure, which can vary from mild symptoms like headache and dizziness to life-threatening conditions such as loss of consciousness and respiratory failure. Proper coding is essential for accurate diagnosis and treatment, as well as for tracking the incidence of carbon monoxide-related health issues in the population.
Standard ICD-10-CM documentation requirements apply
Various clinical presentations within this specialty area
Follow specialty-specific billing guidelines
Standard ICD-10-CM documentation requirements apply
Various clinical presentations within this specialty area
Follow specialty-specific billing guidelines
T58 includes conditions resulting from exposure to carbon monoxide, such as acute carbon monoxide poisoning, chronic carbon monoxide exposure effects, and associated complications like neurological deficits and cardiovascular issues.
T58 codes should be used when a patient presents with symptoms or conditions directly related to carbon monoxide exposure, whether acute or chronic, and when there is a clear history of exposure.
Documentation for T58 should include a detailed history of exposure to carbon monoxide, clinical symptoms observed, diagnostic tests performed, and any treatment provided. It is essential to differentiate between acute and chronic effects.
