Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
ICD-10-CM T38.8 is the diagnosis code for Poisoning by, adverse effect of and underdosing of other and unspecified hormones and synthetic substitutes. This code falls under the section "Poisoning by, adverse effect of and underdosing of drugs, medicaments and biological substances" 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 T38.8 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:
No, T38.8 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.
T38.8 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Poisoning by, adverse effect of and underdosing of other and unspecified hormones and synthetic substitutes". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.
The parent code of T38.8 is T38 ("Poisoning by, adverse effect of and underdosing of hormones and their synthetic substitutes and antagonists, not elsewhere classified"). T38.8 provides a more specific classification within this category.
T38.8 is located in Section T36-T50 — "Poisoning by, adverse effect of and underdosing of drugs, medicaments and biological substances" within Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.
T38.8 has 3 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: T38.80, T38.81, T38.89.
Use T38.8 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Poisoning by, adverse effect of and underdosing of other and unspecified hormones and synthetic substitutes" 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 Poisoning by, adverse effect of and underdosing of other and unspecified hormones and synthetic substitutes is T38.8.
No, T38.8 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.
T38.8 is in Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.
Yes, T38.8 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.