ICD-10-CM
ICD-10 code for Botulism (foodborne intoxication) wound: A48.52
The ICD-10-CM index points "Botulism (foodborne intoxication) wound" to A48.52, Wound botulism. A48.52 is a billable code.
Source: CDC ICD-10-CM FY2027 Alphabetic Index file dated June 16, 2026. Publisher page
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More specific codes in A48
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- A48Other bacterial diseases, not elsewhere classifiedHeader
- A48.0Gas gangreneBillable
- A48.1Legionnaires' diseaseBillable
- A48.2Nonpneumonic Legionnaires' disease [Pontiac fever]Billable
- A48.3Toxic shock syndromeBillable
- A48.4Brazilian purpuric feverBillable
- A48.5Other specified botulismHeader
- A48.51Infant botulismBillable
- A48.52Wound botulismBillable
- A48.8Other specified bacterial diseasesBillable
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- A48.52 code detailsNotes, nearby codes, CMS-HCC group
- Category A48Every code under it
- Chapter 1Certain infectious and parasitic diseases
- ICD-10 codes by conditionA to Z
- Check a list of ICD-10 codes
- Denial code CO-11Diagnosis does not support the procedure
- Denial code CO-146Diagnosis invalid for the date of service
- HCPCS Level II code lookup
Questions
What is the ICD-10 code for Botulism (foodborne intoxication) wound?
The ICD-10-CM index points "Botulism (foodborne intoxication) wound" to A48.52, Wound botulism. A48.52 is a billable code.
Is A48.52 billable?
Yes. A48.52 is a billable code in the FY2027 ICD-10-CM file. Use a more specific code when the record documents one.
What documentation notes apply to A48.52?
The CDC tabular list gives 2 Excludes1 notes (not coded together), 1 "use additional code" note for A48.52 and the categories above it. They are listed on this page.
What chapter is A48.52 in?
Chapter 1. Certain infectious and parasitic diseases.
When do ICD-10-CM codes change?
Every October 1, with the new fiscal year file. Some years add April 1 updates. This page uses the FY2027 file, effective October 1, 2026.