X98 ICD-10-CM Code: Assault by steam, hot vapors and hot objects
A clear reference for the official code description, hierarchy, and related coding information from the FY 2027 U.S. release.
Code definition
Official description
X98Assault by steam, hot vapors and hot objects
ICD-10-CM diagnosis code · United States clinical modification
Classification
Where X98 sits
- 1
Chapter 20
External causes of morbidity (V00-Y99)
- 2
Section
Assault (X92-Y09)
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Category X98
Assault by steam, hot vapors and hot objects
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Code X98
Assault by steam, hot vapors and hot objects
More specific choices
Codes under X98
X98 is a non-billable category. Choose the child code that best matches the documented diagnosis.
Documentation details
Notes for this code
Inclusion terms
No inclusion terms are listed for X98.
Code first
No “code first” instruction is listed for X98.
Use additional code
No “use additional code” instruction is listed for X98.
Excludes1
Conditions that should not be reported together with this code.
No Excludes1 note is listed for X98.
Excludes2
Conditions not included here that may be reported separately when present.
No Excludes2 note is listed for X98.
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Source and release
This reference is generated from Vero’s ICD-10-CM description, hierarchy, and code-note dataset. The visible content and structured data share that source.
Review the CDC/NCHS ICD-10-CM sourceCode-specific guidance
Frequently asked questions
What does ICD-10-CM code X98 mean?
X98 is the FY 2027 U.S. ICD-10-CM code for “Assault by steam, hot vapors and hot objects.”
Is X98 a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code?
No. X98 has more specific child codes in the FY 2027 reference data. Select the code that matches the documentation and confirm the active code set and payer requirements.
Where is X98 located in ICD-10-CM?
X98 is listed in Chapter 20, External causes of morbidity (V00-Y99), within Assault (X92-Y09) (X92–Y09), under category X98, Assault by steam, hot vapors and hot objects.
What coding notes are listed for X98?
No inclusion terms are listed for X98 in this reference record. No code-first instruction is listed. No Excludes1 note is listed. No Excludes2 note is listed.
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