Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
ICD-10-CM T23 is the diagnosis code for Burn and corrosion of wrist and hand. This code falls under the section "Burns and corrosions of external body surface, specified by site" within Chapter 19 — Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes (S00-T88). It is a non-billable/non-specific ICD-10-CM code that should not be used for reimbursement. A more specific sub-code is required for billing. Medical coders and healthcare providers use this code to document and classify diagnoses in electronic health records, insurance claims, and clinical databases.
Always refer to the official ICD-10-CM Tabular List for complete coding guidelines. Ensure documentation supports the specificity of the code selected. When in doubt, consult a certified medical coder or the latest CMS guidelines.
Understanding where T23 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:
No, T23 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.
T23 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Burn and corrosion of wrist and hand". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.
T23 is located in Section T20-T25 — "Burns and corrosions of external body surface, specified by site" within Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.
T23 has 8 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: T23.0, T23.1, T23.2, T23.3, T23.4 and more.
Use T23 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Burn and corrosion of wrist and hand" and the clinical documentation supports this level of specificity. Always verify with the latest ICD-10-CM guidelines and payer requirements.
The ICD-10-CM code for Burn and corrosion of wrist and hand is T23.
No, T23 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.
T23 is in Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.
Yes, T23 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.