2025 ICD-10-CM code T34.1
(Active) Effective Date: N/A Revision Date: N/A Deletion Date: N/A Injury - Frostbite with tissue necrosis Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes (S00-T88) Feed
Frostbite with tissue necrosis of the neck.
Modifiers may be applicable depending on the circumstances of the service provided. Consult the CMS guidelines for appropriate modifier usage.
Medical necessity for treatment of frostbite with tissue necrosis is established by the presence of the injury, the extent of the damage, and the need for intervention to prevent further complications such as infection, gangrene, or functional impairment.The documentation should support the medical necessity for any procedures or treatments performed.
The clinical responsibility for coding T34.1 lies with the physician who diagnosed and treated the frostbite.Accurate documentation of the location, severity, and any associated complications is crucial for appropriate coding.
- Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes (S00-T88)
- T34 (Frostbite with tissue necrosis) > T34.1 (Frostbite with tissue necrosis of neck)
In simple words: This code is for frostbite in the neck that has caused tissue damage (necrosis).
This ICD-10-CM code classifies frostbite resulting in tissue necrosis specifically located in the neck region.It is part of a broader category encompassing frostbite with tissue necrosis in various body parts.Additional codes may be necessary to specify the extent of the necrosis and any complications.
Example 1: A patient presents to the emergency department with severe frostbite affecting the neck, exhibiting signs of tissue necrosis.The physician documents the extent of the injury and initiates treatment., A homeless individual is admitted to the hospital with significant frostbite to multiple areas of the body, including the neck, leading to tissue loss. The physician assigns T34.1 for the neck injury and additional codes for other affected regions., A hiker sustains frostbite of the neck during a winter expedition, resulting in limited tissue necrosis.Following treatment at a clinic, the physician records the diagnosis with appropriate ICD-10-CM code.
Thorough medical documentation is essential. This should include:detailed description of the frostbite's location (neck), the extent of tissue necrosis (e.g., superficial, deep, extent of area involved), clinical findings on physical examination, imaging results (if any), treatment provided, and any complications. The physician's assessment of the severity should be clearly documented.
** Always refer to the latest official ICD-10-CM coding guidelines for the most accurate and up-to-date information.This information is for guidance only and should not be considered a substitute for professional medical coding advice.The 7th character (A, D, or S) is required to be appended to the code to indicate the encounter status.
- Payment Status: Active
- Modifier TC rule: Not applicable.This is a diagnosis code, not a procedure code.
- Specialties:Emergency Medicine, Surgery, Family Medicine
- Place of Service:Emergency Room - Hospital, Office, Inpatient Hospital, Outpatient Hospital