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ICD-10/T33.2

T33.2 ICD-10-CM Code: Superficial frostbite of thorax

T33.2 is the authoritative medical code for Superficial frostbite of thorax. This classification is used in medical billing and clinical recording to specify the clinical criteria for superficial frostbite of thorax (ICD-10-CM T33.2), ensuring healthcare documentation aligns with current federal coding standards.

Billing Status: NO. This is a clinician non-billable / parent hierarchy grouping in the ICD-10-CM system.

Code Set: Valid FY2026 and FY2027. FY2026 took effect October 1, 2025.

Official Registry Overview & Definition

Superficial frostbite of thorax is a non-billable ICD-10-CM category code (T33.2). A more specific billable subcode must be selected for claims submission. Includes: frostbite with partial thickness skin loss. Excludes2 (not included here): hypothermia and other effects of reduced temperature (T68, T69.-). 7th character: The appropriate 7th character is to be added to each code from category T33.

Official Tabular Instructional Notes

Sequencing, inclusion, and exclusion notes published for T33.2 in the official ICD-10-CM tabular list.

Includes

Conditions the official ICD-10-CM tabular list includes under this code.

  • frostbite with partial thickness skin loss

Excludes2 — Not Included Here

Conditions not covered by this code, but which may be reported alongside it when both are present.

  • hypothermia and other effects of reduced temperature (T68, T69.-)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) & Clinical Guidance

Can T33.2 be billed directly?

No. T33.2 (Superficial frostbite of thorax) is a non-billable ICD-10-CM category code. A more specific billable subcode must be selected based on clinical documentation.

Does T33.2 require a 7th character?

Yes. The appropriate 7th character is to be added to each code from category T33.

Can T33.2 be reported alongside related conditions?

Per official ICD-10-CM Excludes2 instructions, T33.2 and the following are not considered part of each other and may both be reported when both conditions are present: hypothermia and other effects of reduced temperature (T68, T69.-).

Nearest Codes in This Family

Official ICD-10-CM classifications closest to T33.2 in its code family, with their registry titles.

  • T33.09XS — Superficial frostbite of other part of head, sequela
  • T33.1 — Superficial frostbite of neck
  • T33.1XXA — Superficial frostbite of neck, initial encounter
  • T33.1XXD — Superficial frostbite of neck, subsequent encounter
  • T33.1XXS — Superficial frostbite of neck, sequela
  • T33.2XXA — Superficial frostbite of thorax, initial encounter
  • T33.2XXD — Superficial frostbite of thorax, subsequent encounter
  • T33.2XXS — Superficial frostbite of thorax, sequela
  • T33.3 — Superficial frostbite of abdominal wall, lower back and pelvis
  • T33.3XXA — Superficial frostbite of abdominal wall, lower back and pelvis, initial encounter

View all codes in the T33 family

Indexed Clinical Terms (1)

Clinical term phrases from the official ICD-10-CM Index to Diseases and Injuries that map to this code.

  • Frostbite (superficial), thorax