ICD-10-CM diagnosis code
T49.7X6S Underdosing of dental drugs, topically applied, sequela
- Billable
- Yes, a complete code (FY2026)
Encounter (7th character)
This code is for a sequela: a complication or condition that arises as a direct result of the injury. The sequela itself is usually coded first, followed by this code.
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Other codes in T49
180 complete codes in this category.
- T49.7X4SPoisoning by dental drugs, topically applied, undetermined, sequela
- T49.7X5AAdverse effect of dental drugs, topically applied, initial encounter
- T49.7X5DAdverse effect of dental drugs, topically applied, subsequent encounter
- T49.7X5SAdverse effect of dental drugs, topically applied, sequela
- T49.7X6AUnderdosing of dental drugs, topically applied, initial encounter
- T49.7X6DUnderdosing of dental drugs, topically applied, subsequent encounter
- T49.7X6SUnderdosing of dental drugs, topically applied, sequela
- T49.8X1APoisoning by other topical agents, accidental (unintentional), initial encounter
- T49.8X1DPoisoning by other topical agents, accidental (unintentional), subsequent encounter
- T49.8X1SPoisoning by other topical agents, accidental (unintentional), sequela
- T49.8X2APoisoning by other topical agents, intentional self-harm, initial encounter
- T49.8X2DPoisoning by other topical agents, intentional self-harm, subsequent encounter
Documentation tips
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- Check the Tabular List and official guidelines for instructional notes (“code first”, “use additional code”, Excludes1/Excludes2) that apply to T49.
The international WHO ICD-10 also has T49, with its inclusion and exclusion notes; titles and detail can differ from ICD-10-CM.
ICD-10-CM is developed by the National Center for Health Statistics (NCHS), Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, and is based on the WHO ICD-10. Codes and titles are reproduced unchanged from the FY2026 code list (effective 1 October 2025). Their use here does not imply endorsement by CDC, HHS or the U.S. Government. Changes effective on or after 1 October 2026 may not be reflected yet; check the current release at cdc.gov or cms.gov before submitting claims.
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