X05.XXXD Billable Code FY2027 Status: Active

X05.XXXD: Exposure to ignition or melting of nightwear, subs encntr

Exposure to ignition or melting of nightwear, subsequent encounter

Effective Date: 2026-10-01

Dataset: ICD-10-CM FY2027

Source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)

Last Verified: 2026-10-01

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Quick Clinical & Billing Summary

What is ICD-10-CM code X05.XXXD? X05.XXXD represents Exposure to ignition or melting of nightwear, subs encntr. Under official CDC guidelines, this code is billable and specific for claim submission.

Current release: FY2027 (Effective October 1, 2026). Sourced directly from CDC NCHS files.

Code Hierarchy & Classification

Chapter 20: External causes of morbidity

⌊ Category X05: Exposure to ignition or melting of nightwear

⌊ X05.XXXD: Exposure to ignition or melting of nightwear, subs encntr (Current Code)

Clinical Guidance & Documentation Standards

Clinical documentation should substantiate the medical necessity of this diagnosis, including laterality, anatomical site specificity, and clinical severity.

7th Character Episode of Care Builder

Chapter 19 Requirement

ICD-10-CM coding guidelines mandate assigning an appropriate 7th character for traumatic injuries, fractures, and external causes to denote the episode of care:

A Initial Encounter

Patient receiving active clinical treatment (surgical evaluation, emergency care, initial casting).

D Subsequent Encounter

Patient receiving routine care during healing phase (cast change, medication adjustment, follow-up).

S Sequela (Late Effect)

Complications or conditions arising as a direct late consequence of the healed injury.

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Associated Procedures & Medicare RVU Reimbursement

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Typical outpatient and office evaluation procedures frequently billed alongside diagnosis X05.XXXD:

CPT/HCPCS	Description	Work RVU	Non-Facility Fee	Facility Fee
99213	Office/outpatient visit, established patient, 20-29 minutes (Low MDM)	1.30	$91.69	$66.79
99214	Office/outpatient visit, established patient, 30-39 minutes (Moderate MDM)	1.92	$133.61	$100.21
96372	Therapeutic, prophylactic, or diagnostic injection (subcutaneous/intramuscular)	0.17	$18.34	$12.44

Based on official CMS 2026 Physician Fee Schedule conversion factor ($32.7476). Payments vary by locality GPCI.

CPT Modifier & Billing Rules

Modifier 25 Significant E/M

Append when a significant, separately identifiable evaluation and management service is provided on the same calendar day as a minor surgical procedure or injection.

Modifier 59 Distinct Service

Identifies procedures or services not normally reported together but distinct under the clinical circumstances. Use CMS X-modifiers (XE, XS, XP, XU) where required by Medicare.

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Frequently Asked Questions about X05.XXXD

Is X05.XXXD a billable ICD-10 code?

Yes, X05.XXXD is a valid, billable and specific ICD-10-CM code. It can be reported as a primary or secondary diagnosis on medical claims.

What is the ICD-10 code for Exposure to ignition or melting of nightwear, subs encntr?

The primary ICD-10-CM code for Exposure to ignition or melting of nightwear, subs encntr is X05.XXXD.

What is the effective date of the current X05.XXXD code?

The code is active for fiscal year FY2027, effective starting 2026-10-01.

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Official Provenance: Sourced from CDC / NCHS FY2027 ICD-10-CM files. Report a Data Error

Verified: 2026-10-01