Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
ICD-10-CM T25 is the diagnosis code for Burn and corrosion of ankle and foot. 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 T25 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:
No, T25 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.
T25 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Burn and corrosion of ankle and foot". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.
T25 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.
T25 has 8 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: T25.0, T25.1, T25.2, T25.3, T25.4 and more.
Use T25 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Burn and corrosion of ankle and foot" 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 ankle and foot is T25.
No, T25 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.
T25 is in Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.
Yes, T25 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.