T63.613
Billable

Toxic effect of contact with Portuguese Man-o-war, assault

Billable / Specific Code

What is Toxic effect of contact with Portuguese Man-o-war, assault?

ICD-10-CM T63.613 is the diagnosis code for Toxic effect of contact with Portuguese Man-o-war, assault. This code falls under the section "Toxic effects of substances chiefly nonmedicinal as to source" within Chapter 19 — Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes (S00-T88). It is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. Medical coders and healthcare providers use this code to document and classify diagnoses in electronic health records, insurance claims, and clinical databases.

Coding Guidelines for T63.613

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.

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where T63.613 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is T63.613 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, T63.613 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does T63.613 mean?

T63.613 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Toxic effect of contact with Portuguese Man-o-war, assault". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of T63.613?

The parent code of T63.613 is T63.61 ("Toxic effect of contact with Portuguese Man-o-war"). T63.613 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is T63.613 in?

T63.613 is located in Section T51-T65 — "Toxic effects of substances chiefly nonmedicinal as to source" within Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use T63.613?

Use T63.613 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Toxic effect of contact with Portuguese Man-o-war, assault" 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 Toxic effect of contact with Portuguese Man-o-war, assault?

The ICD-10-CM code for Toxic effect of contact with Portuguese Man-o-war, assault is T63.613.

Can T63.613 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, T63.613 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is T63.613 in?

T63.613 is in Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is T63.613 valid for 2026?

Yes, T63.613 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.

See Also

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Code Details
T63.613
Toxic effect of contact with Portuguese Man-o-war, assault
Billable / Specific Code
19 — Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes (S00-T88)
T51-T65 — Toxic effects of substances chiefly nonmedicinal as to source
2026 ICD-10-CM