T63.83
Non-Billable

Toxic effect of contact with other venomous amphibian

Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code

What is Toxic effect of contact with other venomous amphibian?

ICD-10-CM T63.83 is the diagnosis code for Toxic effect of contact with other venomous amphibian. 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 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 T63.83

⛔ Type 1 Excludes (Never code together)

The following conditions should never be coded at the same time as T63.83. They are mutually exclusive:

  • contact with nonvenomous amphibian (W62.9)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where T63.83 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Sub-Codes 4 entries
T63.831Toxic effect of contact with other venomous amphibian, accidental (unintentional)BillableT63.832Toxic effect of contact with other venomous amphibian, intentional self-harmBillableT63.833Toxic effect of contact with other venomous amphibian, assaultBillableT63.834Toxic effect of contact with other venomous amphibian, undeterminedBillable
Related Codes

Frequently Asked Questions

Is T63.83 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

No, T63.83 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.

What does T63.83 mean?

T63.83 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Toxic effect of contact with other venomous amphibian". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of T63.83?

The parent code of T63.83 is T63.8 ("Toxic effect of contact with other venomous animals"). T63.83 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is T63.83 in?

T63.83 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.

What are the sub-codes of T63.83?

T63.83 has 4 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: T63.831, T63.832, T63.833, T63.834.

When should I use T63.83?

Use T63.83 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Toxic effect of contact with other venomous amphibian" 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 other venomous amphibian?

The ICD-10-CM code for Toxic effect of contact with other venomous amphibian is T63.83.

Can T63.83 be used for primary diagnosis?

No, T63.83 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.

What chapter is T63.83 in?

T63.83 is in Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What conditions are excluded from T63.83?

Type 1 Excludes for T63.83 include: contact with nonvenomous amphibian (W62.9).

Is T63.83 valid for 2026?

Yes, T63.83 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
T63.83
Toxic effect of contact with other venomous amphibian
Non-Billable / Non-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