A48.52
BillableWound botulism
A48.52 is the ICD-10-CM code for Wound botulism. It is a billable, specific code valid for reimbursement.
A00-B99 Certain infectious and parasitic diseases
What this means — in plain language
MedlinePlus · NIHBotulism is a rare but serious illness. The cause is a toxin (poison) made by a bacterium called Clostridium botulinum. It occurs naturally in soil. There are several kinds of botulism. Foodborne botulism comes from eating foods contaminated with the toxin. Wound botulism happens when a wound infected with the bacteria makes the toxin. It is more common in heroin users. Infant botulism happens when a baby consumes…
Read more about Botulism at MedlinePlus ↗Source: U.S. National Library of Medicine (MedlinePlus). Informational only — not medical advice.
Includes
- •Non-foodborne botulism NOS
Use additional code
- •code for associated wound
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Source: CMS ICD-10-CM FY2026. For informational purposes only — not medical advice. See our medical disclaimer.
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