A48.52 ICD-10-CM Code: Wound botulism
A clear reference for the official code description, hierarchy, and related coding information from the FY 2027 U.S. release.
Official description
A48.52Wound botulism
ICD-10-CM diagnosis code · United States clinical modification
Where A48.52 sits
- 1
Chapter 1
Certain infectious and parasitic diseases (A00-B99)
- 2
Section
Other bacterial diseases (A30-A49)
- 3
Category A48
Other bacterial diseases, not elsewhere classified
- 4
Subcategory A48.5
Other specified botulism
- 5
Code A48.52
Wound botulism
Notes for this code
Inclusion terms
- Non-foodborne botulism NOS
Code first
No “code first” instruction is listed for A48.52.
Use additional code
- code for associated wound
Excludes1
Conditions that should not be reported together with this code.
No Excludes1 note is listed for A48.52.
Excludes2
Conditions not included here that may be reported separately when present.
No Excludes2 note is listed for A48.52.
Source and release
- Data release
- U.S. ICD-10-CM · FY 2027
- Effective date
- Oct 1, 2026
- Publisher
- Vero Scribe Inc.
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Frequently asked questions
What does ICD-10-CM code A48.52 mean?
A48.52 is the FY 2027 U.S. ICD-10-CM code for “Wound botulism.”
Is A48.52 a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code?
Yes. In the FY 2027 reference data used on this page, A48.52 has no child codes and is presented as a billable/specific code. Always confirm the active code set and payer requirements before use.
Where is A48.52 located in ICD-10-CM?
A48.52 is listed in Chapter 1, Certain infectious and parasitic diseases (A00-B99), within Other bacterial diseases (A30-A49) (A30–A49), under category A48, Other bacterial diseases, not elsewhere classified and subcategory A48.5, Other specified botulism.
What coding notes are listed for A48.52?
Its listed inclusion terms are Non-foodborne botulism NOS. No code-first instruction is listed. Additional-code instructions: code for associated wound. No Excludes1 note is listed. No Excludes2 note is listed.