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X34

Non-billable

Earthquake

Earthquake

This is a header/category code. For billing purposes, use a more specific child code from the list below.

Status

Non-billable / Header

Block

X30-X39

Child Codes

3

Coding Notes

Excludes 2

Conditions not included here, but the patient may have both

  • tidal wave (tsunami) due to earthquake (X37.41)

7th Character Definitions

  • A - initial encounter
  • D - subsequent encounter
  • S - sequela

Child Codes (3)

X34.XXXA

Earthquake, initial encounter

BillableX34.XXXD

Earthquake, subsequent encounter

BillableX34.XXXS

Earthquake, sequela

Billable

Also Known As / Clinical Terms

UMLS

Frequently Asked Questions

What is ICD-10 code X34?

ICD-10-CM code X34 represents "Earthquake". It is a non-billable header code — use a more specific child code for billing purposes.

Is X34 a billable code?

No, X34 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 X34.

What chapter is X34 in?

X34 is in Chapter 21: External Causes of Morbidity (codes V00-Y99).

What are the subcategories under X34?

X34 has 3 child codes, including: X34.XXXA (Earthquake, initial encounter), X34.XXXD (Earthquake, subsequent encounter), X34.XXXS (Earthquake, sequela).

What are the UMLS CUIs for X34?

X34 is linked to 1 UMLS Concept Unique Identifier: C0417614. The UMLS (Unified Medical Language System) integrates multiple biomedical vocabularies maintained by the U.S. National Library of Medicine.

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Includes SNOMED Clinical Terms® (SNOMED CT®) used by permission of SNOMED International. Includes content from the UMLS Metathesaurus, courtesy of the U.S. National Library of Medicine.