W61
Non-billableContact with birds (domestic) (wild)
Contact with birds (domestic) (wild)
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 excreta of birds
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 (8)
Also Known As / Clinical Terms
Frequently Asked Questions
What is ICD-10 code W61?
ICD-10-CM code W61 represents "Contact with birds (domestic) (wild)". It is a non-billable header code — use a more specific child code for billing purposes.
Is W61 a billable code?
No, W61 is a non-billable header code. You need to use one of its more specific child codes for billing. There are 8 child codes under W61.
What chapter is W61 in?
W61 is in Chapter 21: External Causes of Morbidity (codes V00-Y99).
What codes cannot be used with W61?
W61 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 W61?
W61 has 8 child codes, including: W61.0 (Contact with parrot), W61.1 (Contact with macaw), W61.2 (Contact with other psittacines), W61.3 (Contact with chicken), and 4 more.
What are the UMLS CUIs for W61?
W61 is linked to 2 UMLS Concept Unique Identifiers: C2904998, C4290480. The UMLS (Unified Medical Language System) integrates multiple biomedical vocabularies maintained by the U.S. National Library of Medicine.
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