T63.6
Non-billableToxic effect of contact with other venomous marine animals
T63.6 is the ICD-10-CM code for Toxic effect of contact with other venomous marine animals. It is a non-billable category code — use a more specific child code such as T63.61 for billing.
S00-T88 Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes
What this means — in plain language
MedlinePlus · NIHWild animals usually avoid people. They might attack, however, if they feel threatened, are sick, or are protecting their young or territory. Attacks by pets are more common. Animal bites rarely are life-threatening, but if they become infected, you can develop serious medical problems. To prevent animal bites and complications from bites: Never pet, handle, or feed unknown animals Leave snakes alone Watch your…
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Excludes1 — not coded here
- •sea-snake venom (T63.09)
Excludes2 — not included here
- •poisoning by ingestion of shellfish (T61.78-)
Medications indicated for this condition
FDA labelingDrugs whose FDA labeling lists this condition's category among its indications. Informational only — not a treatment recommendation or medical advice.
Frequently asked questions
- What is ICD-10 code T63.6?
- T63.6 is the ICD-10-CM code for "Toxic effect of contact with other venomous marine animals". It falls under S00-T88 Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes.
- Is T63.6 a billable code?
- No — T63.6 is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code (such as T63.61) for billing.
- What are the subcodes of T63.6?
- T63.6 has 4 more specific child codes, including T63.61, T63.62, T63.63.
- What is excluded from T63.6?
- Excludes1 (not coded here): sea-snake venom (T63.09).
Source: CMS ICD-10-CM FY2026. For informational purposes only — not medical advice. See our medical disclaimer.
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