X98.9XXABillable
Assault by unspecified hot objects, initial encounter
- Chapter
- 20. External causes of morbidity
- Category
- X98
- Effective date
- October 1, 2026
Related codes in category X98
X98Assault by steam, hot vapors and hot objectsX98.0Assault by steam or hot vaporsX98.0XXAAssault by steam or hot vapors, initial encounterYesX98.0XXDAssault by steam or hot vapors, subsequent encounterYesX98.0XXSAssault by steam or hot vapors, sequelaYesX98.1Assault by hot tap waterX98.1XXAAssault by hot tap water, initial encounterYesX98.1XXDAssault by hot tap water, subsequent encounterYesX98.1XXSAssault by hot tap water, sequelaYesX98.2Assault by hot fluidsX98.2XXAAssault by hot fluids, initial encounterYesX98.2XXDAssault by hot fluids, subsequent encounterYes
Frequently asked questions
What is ICD-10 code X98.9XXA?
X98.9XXA is an ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for Assault by unspecified hot objects, initial encounter.
Is X98.9XXA a billable code?
Yes. X98.9XXA is billable and specific enough to be used on a claim.
What ICD-10-CM chapter is X98.9XXA in?
X98.9XXA falls under Chapter 20: External causes of morbidity.
When did X98.9XXA become effective?
X98.9XXA has been effective since October 1, 2026, per the CMS/CDC ICD-10-CM annual release.
What other codes are related to X98.9XXA?
X98.9XXA belongs to category X98, which includes 12 other codes — see the related codes list on this page.
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