T61.8
Non-billableToxic effect of other seafood
T61.8 is the ICD-10-CM code for Toxic effect of other seafood. It is a non-billable category code — use a more specific child code such as T61.8X for billing.
S00-T88 Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes
What this means — in plain language
MedlinePlus · NIHEach year, around 48 million people in the United States get sick from contaminated food. Common causes include bacteria and viruses. Less often, the cause may be a parasite or a harmful chemical, such as a high amount of pesticides. Symptoms of foodborne illness depend on the cause. They can be mild or serious. They usually include: Upset stomach Abdominal cramps Nausea and vomiting Diarrhea Fever Dehydration Most…
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