Corrosion involving larynx and trachea w lung, init encntr

Corrosion involving larynx and trachea with lung, initial encounter

📋Clinical Description

This code signifies chemical burns affecting the voice box and windpipe, which have also extended into the lungs. This type of injury results from exposure to corrosive substances, leading to tissue damage in these critical respiratory structures.

🎯When to Use

Apply this code for initial encounters when a patient presents with acute chemical injury to the larynx, trachea, and lungs. This typically occurs after inhalation or aspiration of strong acids, alkalis, or other caustic agents.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure documentation clearly specifies involvement of the larynx, trachea, AND lungs.
Confirm this is the initial encounter for the injury; subsequent encounters will use different seventh characters.
Always code the corrosive agent (T51-T65) as an additional diagnosis to fully describe the event.

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Crosswalks

947.1ApproxICD-9 947.1ApproxICD-9

Same Category

T27Burn and corrosion of respiratory tract T27.0Burn of larynx and trachea T27.0XXABurn of larynx and trachea, initial encounter T27.0XXDBurn of larynx and trachea, subsequent encounter