W54.0XXABillable
Bitten by dog, initial encounter
- Chapter
- 20. External causes of morbidity
- Category
- W54
- Effective date
- October 1, 2026
Related codes in category W54
W54Contact with dogW54.0Bitten by dogW54.0XXDBitten by dog, subsequent encounterYesW54.0XXSBitten by dog, sequelaYesW54.1Struck by dogW54.1XXAStruck by dog, initial encounterYesW54.1XXDStruck by dog, subsequent encounterYesW54.1XXSStruck by dog, sequelaYesW54.8Other contact with dogW54.8XXAOther contact with dog, initial encounterYesW54.8XXDOther contact with dog, subsequent encounterYesW54.8XXSOther contact with dog, sequelaYes
Frequently asked questions
What is ICD-10 code W54.0XXA?
W54.0XXA is an ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for Bitten by dog, initial encounter.
Is W54.0XXA a billable code?
Yes. W54.0XXA is billable and specific enough to be used on a claim.
What ICD-10-CM chapter is W54.0XXA in?
W54.0XXA falls under Chapter 20: External causes of morbidity.
When did W54.0XXA become effective?
W54.0XXA has been effective since October 1, 2026, per the CMS/CDC ICD-10-CM annual release.
What other codes are related to W54.0XXA?
W54.0XXA belongs to category W54, which includes 12 other codes — see the related codes list on this page.
ICD-10-CM data maintained by CDC/CMS (public domain). Always verify codes with authoritative sources before making coding or billing decisions.