W55.89
Non-billableOther contact with other mammals
Other contact with other mammals
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 mammal
Child Codes (3)
Also Known As / Clinical Terms
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ICD-10 code for other contact with other mammals?
The ICD-10-CM code for other contact with other mammals is W55.89. The full clinical description is "Other contact with other mammals". W55.89 is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code for billing purposes.
What does ICD-10 code W55.89 mean?
ICD-10-CM code W55.89 represents "Other contact with other mammals". 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 W55.89 a billable code?
No, W55.89 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 W55.89.
What chapter is W55.89 in?
W55.89 is in Chapter 21: External Causes of Morbidity (codes V00-Y99).
What codes cannot be used with W55.89?
W55.89 has Excludes1 notes indicating codes that cannot be used together with it, including: Toxic effect of contact with venomous animals and plants (T63.-); animal being ridden- see transport accidents; bitten or struck by dog (W54); and 2 more.
What are the subcategories under W55.89?
W55.89 has 3 child codes, including: W55.89XA (Other contact with other mammals, initial encounter), W55.89XD (Other contact with other mammals, subsequent encounter), W55.89XS (Other contact with other mammals, sequela).
What are the UMLS CUIs for W55.89?
W55.89 is linked to 1 UMLS Concept Unique Identifier: C2904809. The UMLS (Unified Medical Language System) integrates multiple biomedical vocabularies maintained by the U.S. National Library of Medicine.
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