ICD-10-CM W56.81: Bitten by other nonvenomous marine animals

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About ICD-10-CM Code W56.81 (Bitten by other nonvenomous marine animals)

ICD-10-CM code W56.81 is a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. The 2025 edition of ICD-10-CM W56.81 became effective on October 1, 2024.

This page provides detailed information about W56.81 - Bitten by other nonvenomous marine animals. It includes common terminology, coding guidelines such as "Includes," "Excludes1," and "Excludes2" notes, and information on required 7th characters. Utilizing this information correctly is essential for accurate medical coding and claims submission for conditions like Bitten by other nonvenomous marine animals.