W53
Non-billableContact with rodent
Contact with rodent
This is a header/category code. For billing purposes, use a more specific child code from the list below.
Coding Notes
Includes
Conditions included under this code
- contact with saliva, feces or urine of rodent
Excludes 1
Codes that cannot be used together with this code (mutual exclusion)
- Toxic effect of contact with venomous animals and plants (T63.-)
7th Character Definitions
- A - initial encounter
- D - subsequent encounter
- S - sequela
Child Codes (4)
Also Known As / Clinical Terms
Frequently Asked Questions
What is ICD-10 code W53?
ICD-10-CM code W53 represents "Contact with rodent". It is a non-billable header code — use a more specific child code for billing purposes.
Is W53 a billable code?
No, W53 is a non-billable header code. You need to use one of its more specific child codes for billing. There are 4 child codes under W53.
What chapter is W53 in?
W53 is in Chapter 21: External Causes of Morbidity (codes V00-Y99).
What codes cannot be used with W53?
W53 has Excludes1 notes indicating codes that cannot be used together with it, including: Toxic effect of contact with venomous animals and plants (T63.-).
What are the subcategories under W53?
W53 has 4 child codes, including: W53.0 (Contact with mouse), W53.1 (Contact with rat), W53.2 (Contact with squirrel), W53.8 (Contact with other rodent).
What are the UMLS CUIs for W53?
W53 is linked to 2 UMLS Concept Unique Identifiers: C2904679, C4290477. The UMLS (Unified Medical Language System) integrates multiple biomedical vocabularies maintained by the U.S. National Library of Medicine.
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