W55 ICD 10 Code is a non-billable and non-specific code and should not be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. There are other codes below it with greater level of diagnosis detail. The 2023 edition of the American ICD-10-CM code became effective on October 1, 2022.

Includes for W55 ICD 10 code
  • contact with saliva, feces or urine of mammal

Type 1 excludes for W55 ICD 10 code
  • animal being ridden- see transport accidents
  • bitten or struck by dog (W54)
  • bitten or struck by rodent (W53.-)
  • contact with marine mammals (W56.-)

Codes
Possible back-references that may be applicable or related to W55 ICD10 Code:

Present On Admission (POA Exempt)

W55 ICD 10 code is considered exempt from POA reporting