X36 – Avalanche, landslide and other earth movements
ICD-10-CM 2027 diagnosis code · Exposure to forces of nature
ICD-10-CM code
X36
- Code
X36(claims format:X36)- Description
- Avalanche, landslide and other earth movements
- Billable
- No – use a more specific code below
- Valid for
- Dates of service October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027 (FY2027)
- Chapter
- 20. External causes of morbidity (V00-Y99)
- Block
- X30-X39 Exposure to forces of nature
Billable codes under X36
X36 is a header code and cannot be used on claims. Choose the most specific code:
- X36.0 – Collapse of dam or man-made structure causing earth movementHeader (more codes below)
- X36.1 – Avalanche, landslide, or mudslideHeader (more codes below)
7th character values
Codes in this category need a 7th character to describe the encounter or episode of care (use placeholder X for empty positions).
| Character | Meaning |
|---|---|
A | initial encounter |
D | subsequent encounter |
S | sequela |
Notes for X36
Includes:
- victim of mudslide of cataclysmic nature
Excludes1 (not coded here):
- earthquake (X34)
Excludes2 (not included here):
7th character note:
- The appropriate 7th character is to be added to each code from category X36
Frequently asked questions
What is ICD-10 code X36?
X36 is the ICD-10-CM code for avalanche, landslide and other earth movements, in the block X30-X39 (Exposure to forces of nature).
Is X36 a billable code?
No. X36 is a header code with more specific child codes; report one of the billable codes listed above.
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.