T20.45XS ICD-10-CM Code: Corrosion of unspecified degree of scalp [any part], sequela
A clear reference for the official code description, hierarchy, and related coding information from the FY 2027 U.S. release.
Code definition
Official description
T20.45XSCorrosion of unspecified degree of scalp [any part], sequela
ICD-10-CM diagnosis code · United States clinical modification
Classification
Where T20.45XS sits
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Chapter 19
Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes (S00-T88)
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Section
Burns and corrosions of external body surface, specified by site (T20-T25)
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Category T20
Burn and corrosion of head, face, and neck
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Subcategory T20.45
Corrosion of unspecified degree of scalp [any part]
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Code T20.45XS
Corrosion of unspecified degree of scalp [any part], sequela
Documentation details
Notes for this code
Inclusion terms
No inclusion terms are listed for T20.45XS.
Code first
No “code first” instruction is listed for T20.45XS.
Use additional code
No “use additional code” instruction is listed for T20.45XS.
Excludes1
Conditions that should not be reported together with this code.
No Excludes1 note is listed for T20.45XS.
Excludes2
Conditions not included here that may be reported separately when present.
No Excludes2 note is listed for T20.45XS.
Transparency
Source and release
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Frequently asked questions
What does ICD-10-CM code T20.45XS mean?
T20.45XS is the FY 2027 U.S. ICD-10-CM code for “Corrosion of unspecified degree of scalp [any part], sequela.”
Is T20.45XS a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code?
Yes. In the FY 2027 reference data used on this page, T20.45XS has no child codes and is presented as a billable/specific code. Always confirm the active code set and payer requirements before use.
Where is T20.45XS located in ICD-10-CM?
T20.45XS is listed in Chapter 19, Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes (S00-T88), within Burns and corrosions of external body surface, specified by site (T20-T25) (T20–T25), under category T20, Burn and corrosion of head, face, and neck and subcategory T20.45, Corrosion of unspecified degree of scalp [any part].
What coding notes are listed for T20.45XS?
No inclusion terms are listed for T20.45XS in this reference record. No code-first instruction is listed. No Excludes1 note is listed. No Excludes2 note is listed.
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