X34
Non-billableEarthquake
Earthquake
This is a header/category code. For billing purposes, use a more specific child code from the list below.
Coding Notes
Excludes 2
Conditions not included here, but the patient may have both
7th Character Definitions
- A - initial encounter
- D - subsequent encounter
- S - sequela
Child Codes (3)
ICD-11 Equivalents(1)
ICD-11 Equivalents
View full mappingCorresponding ICD-11 codes from the WHO crosswalk mapping
Also Known As / Clinical Terms(3)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ICD-10 code for earthquake?
The ICD-10-CM code for earthquake is X34. The full clinical description is "Earthquake". X34 is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code for billing purposes.
What does ICD-10 code X34 mean?
ICD-10-CM code X34 represents “Earthquake”. 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 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.
How does X34 relate to ICF functioning codes?
ICF (International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health) codes describe how conditions like earthquake affect a person's functioning — body functions, activities, participation, and environmental factors. AutoICD provides ICF Core Sets for 12+ conditions and can map clinical text to ICF categories automatically. Browse the ICF directory to explore functioning codes.
What is the ICD-11 equivalent of X34?
X34 maps to the ICD-11 code: PJ01 (Victim of earthquake).
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