2025 ICD-10-CM code X02

Exposure to a controlled fire within a building or structure.

Follow the official ICD-10-CM coding guidelines for external causes of morbidity. Ensure appropriate secondary coding to capture the nature of any injuries sustained.Always utilize the most specific code available.

Modifiers may apply depending on the circumstances and specific services provided. Refer to the current modifier guidelines for appropriate usage.

Medical necessity is established by the presence of injuries resulting from fire exposure. This includes the need for medical evaluation, treatment, and management of acute and long-term complications. Documentation must support the severity and nature of the injuries.

The clinical responsibility involves assessing and treating injuries sustained due to fire exposure. This may include evaluation for burns, smoke inhalation, and other related injuries.

IMPORTANT This code should be used secondary to a code from another chapter specifying the nature of the injury or condition resulting from the fire exposure.Excludes codes for arson (X97), explosions (W35-W40), and transport accidents (V01-V99).

In simple words: This code is used when someone is exposed to a controlled fire inside a building, like a fireplace or stove fire.

This ICD-10-CM code classifies instances of exposure to a controlled fire contained within a building or structure.This includes exposure to fires in fireplaces or stoves.It is crucial to differentiate this from uncontrolled fires (X00-X01) or fires resulting from other events (e.g., explosions, transport accidents).

Example 1: A patient sustains minor burns to their hand while using a fireplace at home., A patient experiences smoke inhalation from a controlled fire in a restaurant kitchen where they work., A patient suffers from carbon monoxide poisoning after prolonged exposure to a poorly ventilated stove fire in their home.

Detailed description of the fire incident, location of the fire (building/structure), type of fire (controlled), nature and extent of the patient’s injuries (burns, smoke inhalation, carbon monoxide poisoning, etc.), and treatment provided.Complete documentation of any laboratory results.

** This code is for exposure to a controlled fire; uncontrolled fires are coded differently (X00-X01).Always document the exact nature and extent of any injuries to ensure proper secondary coding.

  • Payment Status: Active
  • Specialties:Emergency Medicine, Burn Surgery, Occupational Medicine
  • Place of Service:Emergency Room - Hospital, Office, Home
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