Question 1

Is T36.AX a billable ICD-10 code?

Accepted Answer

No, T36.AX is not a billable code. It is a category code that requires additional specificity. You must select a more specific code from the subcategories for billing purposes.

Question 2

What does ICD-10 code T36.AX mean?

Accepted Answer

ICD-10-CM code T36.AX represents Poisoning by, adverse effect of and underdosing of fluoroquinolone antibiotics. This code is part of the International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision, Clinical Modification used for medical coding and billing in the United States.

Question 3

What is the parent category for ICD-10 code T36.AX?

Accepted Answer

The parent category for T36.AX is T36.A (Poisoning by, adverse effect of and underdosing of fluoroquinolone antibiotics). This hierarchical classification helps organize related diagnoses for more accurate coding.

T36.AX2026

FAQ