ICD-10-CM · FY 2026 APRIL UPDATE
W56.4
Contact with shark
Diagnosis reference
Nonbillable categoryThis entry is a category or subcategory. Choose the appropriate billable descendant based on the clinical documentation.
Effective periodOctober 1, 2026–September 30, 2027
SourceCMS ICD-10-CM order file
ClassificationDiagnosis · clinical modification
Related entries
Up to 30 descendants in this category
| CODE | DESCRIPTION | TYPE |
|---|---|---|
| W56.41 | Bitten by shark | Category |
| W56.41XA | Bitten by shark, initial encounter | Billable |
| W56.41XD | Bitten by shark, subsequent encounter | Billable |
| W56.41XS | Bitten by shark, sequela | Billable |
| W56.42 | Struck by shark | Category |
| W56.42XA | Struck by shark, initial encounter | Billable |
| W56.42XD | Struck by shark, subsequent encounter | Billable |
| W56.42XS | Struck by shark, sequela | Billable |
| W56.49 | Other contact with shark | Category |
| W56.49XA | Other contact with shark, initial encounter | Billable |
| W56.49XD | Other contact with shark, subsequent encounter | Billable |
| W56.49XS | Other contact with shark, sequela | Billable |
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