T40.5
Non-billablePoisoning by, adverse effect of and underdosing of cocaine
T40.5 is the ICD-10-CM code for Poisoning by, adverse effect of and underdosing of cocaine. It is a non-billable category code — use a more specific child code such as T40.5X for billing.
S00-T88 Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes
What this means — in plain language
MedlinePlus · NIHWhat is cocaine? Cocaine is a very addictive drug that is made from leaves of the coca plant found in South America. It is mostly available as an illegal drug that some people use to get high. In rare cases, it is also used as a prescription drug for for anesthesia during certain surgeries. As a street (illegal) drug, cocaine is usually a fine, white, crystal powder. Street dealers sometimes mix it with cornstarch,…
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