W54.0XXA – Bitten by dog, initial encounter
ICD-10-CM 2027 diagnosis code · Exposure to animate mechanical forces
ICD-10-CM code
W54.0XXA
- Code
W54.0XXA(claims format:W540XXA)- Description
- Bitten by dog, initial encounter
- Billable
- Yes – valid for HIPAA-covered transactions
- Valid for
- Dates of service October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027 (FY2027)
- Chapter
- 20. External causes of morbidity (V00-Y99)
- Block
- W50-W64 Exposure to animate mechanical forces
- Parent codes
- W54 › W54.0
7th character values
Codes in this category need a 7th character to describe the encounter or episode of care.
| Character | Meaning |
|---|---|
A | initial encounter |
D | subsequent encounter |
S | sequela |
Notes inherited from parent codes
Instructional notes at a category or block level apply to every code below it.
W54 – Contact with dog
Includes:
- contact with saliva, feces or urine of dog
7th character note:
- The appropriate 7th character is to be added to each code from category W54
Block W50-W64
Excludes1 (not coded here):
- Toxic effect of contact with venomous animals and plants (T63.-)
Related codes in W54.0
Frequently asked questions
What is ICD-10 code W54.0XXA?
W54.0XXA is the ICD-10-CM code for bitten by dog, initial encounter, in the block W50-W64 (Exposure to animate mechanical forces).
Is W54.0XXA a billable code?
Yes. W54.0XXA is a billable/specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.
What category does W54.0XXA belong to?
It belongs to category W54 – Contact with dog.
Source: CDC/NCHS ICD-10-CM FY2027 code files, tabular list and index. Reference only – code assignment must follow the official ICD-10-CM guidelines and documentation in the medical record.