W54
Non-billableContact with dog
Contact with dog
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 dog
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 (3)
Also Known As / Clinical Terms
Frequently Asked Questions
What is ICD-10 code W54?
ICD-10-CM code W54 represents "Contact with dog". It is a non-billable header code — use a more specific child code for billing purposes.
Is W54 a billable code?
No, W54 is a non-billable header code. You need to use one of its more specific child codes for billing. There are 3 child codes under W54.
What chapter is W54 in?
W54 is in Chapter 21: External Causes of Morbidity (codes V00-Y99).
What codes cannot be used with W54?
W54 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 W54?
W54 has 3 child codes, including: W54.0 (Bitten by dog), W54.1 (Struck by dog), W54.8 (Other contact with dog).
What are the UMLS CUIs for W54?
W54 is linked to 2 UMLS Concept Unique Identifiers: C2904713, C4290478. The UMLS (Unified Medical Language System) integrates multiple biomedical vocabularies maintained by the U.S. National Library of Medicine.
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