ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for X38
Flood
Coding Notes & Guidelines for X38
Excludes1: Not Coded Here
- collapse of dam or man-made structure causing earth movement (X36.0)
- tidal wave NOS (X37.41)
- tidal wave caused by storm (X37.42)
Inclusion Terms
- Flood arising from remote storm
- Flood of cataclysmic nature arising from melting snow
- Flood resulting directly from storm
7th Character Guidance
The appropriate 7th character is to be added to code X38
7th Character Definitions
- A: initial encounter
- D: subsequent encounter
- S: sequela
About ICD-10-CM Code X38 (Flood)
ICD-10-CM code X38 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 X38 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about X38 - Flood. 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 Flood.