W55.01XA ICD-10-CM Code: Bitten by cat, initial encounter
A clear reference for the official code description, hierarchy, and related coding information from the FY 2027 U.S. release.
Code definition
Official description
W55.01XABitten by cat, initial encounter
ICD-10-CM diagnosis code · United States clinical modification
Classification
Where W55.01XA sits
- 1
Chapter 20
External causes of morbidity (V00-Y99)
- 2
Section
Accidents (V00-X58)
- 3
Category W55
Contact with other mammals
- 4
Subcategory W55.01
Bitten by cat
- 5
Code W55.01XA
Bitten by cat, initial encounter
Documentation details
Notes for this code
Inclusion terms
No inclusion terms are listed for W55.01XA.
Code first
No “code first” instruction is listed for W55.01XA.
Use additional code
No “use additional code” instruction is listed for W55.01XA.
Excludes1
Conditions that should not be reported together with this code.
No Excludes1 note is listed for W55.01XA.
Excludes2
Conditions not included here that may be reported separately when present.
No Excludes2 note is listed for W55.01XA.
Transparency
Source and release
This reference is generated from Vero’s ICD-10-CM description, hierarchy, and code-note dataset. The visible content and structured data share that source.
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Frequently asked questions
What does ICD-10-CM code W55.01XA mean?
W55.01XA is the FY 2027 U.S. ICD-10-CM code for “Bitten by cat, initial encounter.”
Is W55.01XA a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code?
Yes. In the FY 2027 reference data used on this page, W55.01XA 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 W55.01XA located in ICD-10-CM?
W55.01XA is listed in Chapter 20, External causes of morbidity (V00-Y99), within Accidents (V00-X58) (V00–X58), under category W55, Contact with other mammals and subcategory W55.01, Bitten by cat.
What coding notes are listed for W55.01XA?
No inclusion terms are listed for W55.01XA in this reference record. No code-first instruction is listed. No Excludes1 note is listed. No Excludes2 note is listed.
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