T44.6
Non-Billable

Poisoning by, adverse effect of and underdosing of alpha-adrenoreceptor antagonists

Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code

What is Poisoning by, adverse effect of and underdosing of alpha-adrenoreceptor antagonists?

ICD-10-CM T44.6 is the diagnosis code for Poisoning by, adverse effect of and underdosing of alpha-adrenoreceptor antagonists. 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.

⛔ Excludes1

Coding Guidelines for T44.6

⛔ Type 1 Excludes (Never code together)

The following conditions should never be coded at the same time as T44.6. They are mutually exclusive:

  • poisoning by, adverse effect of and underdosing of ergot alkaloids (T48.0)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where T44.6 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Sub-Codes 1 entries
T44.6XPoisoning by, adverse effect of and underdosing of alpha-adrenoreceptor antagonistsNon-BillableT44.6X1Poisoning by alpha-adrenoreceptor antagonists, accidental (unintentional)BillableT44.6X2Poisoning by alpha-adrenoreceptor antagonists, intentional self-harmBillableT44.6X3Poisoning by alpha-adrenoreceptor antagonists, assaultBillableT44.6X4Poisoning by alpha-adrenoreceptor antagonists, undeterminedBillableT44.6X5Adverse effect of alpha-adrenoreceptor antagonistsBillableT44.6X6Underdosing of alpha-adrenoreceptor antagonistsBillable
Related Codes

Frequently Asked Questions

Is T44.6 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

No, T44.6 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.

What does T44.6 mean?

T44.6 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Poisoning by, adverse effect of and underdosing of alpha-adrenoreceptor antagonists". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of T44.6?

The parent code of T44.6 is T44 ("Poisoning by, adverse effect of and underdosing of drugs primarily affecting the autonomic nervous system"). T44.6 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is T44.6 in?

T44.6 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 T44.6?

T44.6 has 1 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: T44.6X.

When should I use T44.6?

Use T44.6 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Poisoning by, adverse effect of and underdosing of alpha-adrenoreceptor antagonists" 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 alpha-adrenoreceptor antagonists?

The ICD-10-CM code for Poisoning by, adverse effect of and underdosing of alpha-adrenoreceptor antagonists is T44.6.

Can T44.6 be used for primary diagnosis?

No, T44.6 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.

What chapter is T44.6 in?

T44.6 is in Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What conditions are excluded from T44.6?

Type 1 Excludes for T44.6 include: poisoning by, adverse effect of and underdosing of ergot alkaloids (T48.0).

Is T44.6 valid for 2026?

Yes, T44.6 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
T44.6
Poisoning by, adverse effect of and underdosing of alpha-adrenoreceptor antagonists
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