T45.52
Non-Billable

Poisoning by, adverse effect of and underdosing of antithrombotic drugs

Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code

What is Poisoning by, adverse effect of and underdosing of antithrombotic drugs?

ICD-10-CM T45.52 is the diagnosis code for Poisoning by, adverse effect of and underdosing of antithrombotic drugs. 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.

💡 Inclusions
â„šī¸ Excludes2

Coding Guidelines for T45.52

✅ This Code Includes

  • Poisoning by, adverse effect of and underdosing of antiplatelet drugs

â„šī¸ Type 2 Excludes (Code separately if applicable)

The following conditions are not included in T45.52. If the patient has both, code each condition separately:

  • poisoning by, adverse effect of and underdosing of aspirin (T39.01-)
  • poisoning by, adverse effect of and underdosing of acetylsalicylic acid (T39.01-)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where T45.52 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Sub-Codes 6 entries
T45.521Poisoning by antithrombotic drugs, accidental (unintentional)BillableT45.522Poisoning by antithrombotic drugs, intentional self-harmBillableT45.523Poisoning by antithrombotic drugs, assaultBillableT45.524Poisoning by antithrombotic drugs, undeterminedBillableT45.525Adverse effect of antithrombotic drugsBillableT45.526Underdosing of antithrombotic drugsBillable
Related Codes

Frequently Asked Questions

Is T45.52 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

No, T45.52 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.

What does T45.52 mean?

T45.52 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Poisoning by, adverse effect of and underdosing of antithrombotic drugs". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of T45.52?

The parent code of T45.52 is T45.5 ("Poisoning by, adverse effect of and underdosing of anticoagulants and antithrombotic drugs"). T45.52 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is T45.52 in?

T45.52 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.

What are the sub-codes of T45.52?

T45.52 has 6 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: T45.521, T45.522, T45.523, T45.524, T45.525 and more.

When should I use T45.52?

Use T45.52 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Poisoning by, adverse effect of and underdosing of antithrombotic drugs" and the clinical documentation supports this level of specificity. Always verify with the latest ICD-10-CM guidelines and payer requirements.

People Also Ask

What is the ICD-10 code for Poisoning by, adverse effect of and underdosing of antithrombotic drugs?

The ICD-10-CM code for Poisoning by, adverse effect of and underdosing of antithrombotic drugs is T45.52.

Can T45.52 be used for primary diagnosis?

No, T45.52 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.

What chapter is T45.52 in?

T45.52 is in Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is T45.52 valid for 2026?

Yes, T45.52 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.

See Also

← PreviousT45.516Underdosing of anticoagulantsNext →T45.521Poisoning by antithrombotic drugs, accidental (unintentional)
Code Details
T45.52
Poisoning by, adverse effect of and underdosing of antithrombotic drugs
Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
19 — Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes (S00-T88)
T36-T50 — Poisoning by, adverse effect of and underdosing of drugs, medicaments and biological substances
2026 ICD-10-CM