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External Cause of Injuries Index

Scald, scalding (accidental) (by) (from) (in)

Index code:X19
  • air (hot) X14.1
  • gases (hot) X14.1
  • homicide (attempt) — see Assault, burning, hot object
  • inflicted by other person
  • stated as intentional, homicide (attempt) — see Assault, burning, hot object
  • liquid (boiling) (hot) NEC X12
  • stated as undetermined whether accidental or intentional Y27.2
  • suicide (attempt) X77.2
  • local application of externally applied substance in medical or surgical care Y63.5
  • metal (molten) (liquid) (hot) NEC X18
  • self-inflicted X77.9
  • stated as undetermined whether accidental or intentional Y27.8
  • steam X13.1
  • assault X98.0
  • stated as undetermined whether accidental or intentional Y27.0
  • suicide (attempt) X77.0
  • suicide (attempt) X77.9
  • vapor (hot) X13.1
  • assault X98.0
  • stated as undetermined whether accidental or intentional Y27.0
  • suicide (attempt) X77.0
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Frequently asked questions

What is the ICD-10-CM code for Scald, scalding?

The ICD-10-CM Alphabetic Index directs "Scald, scalding" to X19. Subterms below it may lead to a more specific code. Always confirm the code in the Tabular List before assigning it.

ICD-10-CM External Cause of Injuries Index maintained by CDC/NCHS (public domain), from the CMS FY2027 release.