W54.8
Non-billableOther contact with dog
Other 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.-)
Child Codes (3)
Also Known As / Clinical Terms
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ICD-10 code for other contact with dog?
The ICD-10-CM code for other contact with dog is W54.8. The full clinical description is "Other contact with dog". W54.8 is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code for billing purposes.
What does ICD-10 code W54.8 mean?
ICD-10-CM code W54.8 represents "Other contact with dog". It is classified under Chapter 21: External Causes of Morbidity and is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code for billing purposes.
Is W54.8 a billable code?
No, W54.8 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 W54.8.
What chapter is W54.8 in?
W54.8 is in Chapter 21: External Causes of Morbidity (codes V00-Y99).
What codes cannot be used with W54.8?
W54.8 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 W54.8?
W54.8 has 3 child codes, including: W54.8XXA (Other contact with dog, initial encounter), W54.8XXD (Other contact with dog, subsequent encounter), W54.8XXS (Other contact with dog, sequela).
What are the UMLS CUIs for W54.8?
W54.8 is linked to 1 UMLS Concept Unique Identifier: C2904722. The UMLS (Unified Medical Language System) integrates multiple biomedical vocabularies maintained by the U.S. National Library of Medicine.
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