A48.5
Non-billableOther specified botulism
A48.5 is the ICD-10-CM code for Other specified botulism. It is a non-billable category code — use a more specific child code such as A48.51 for billing.
A00-B99 Certain infectious and parasitic diseases
Includes
- •Non-foodborne intoxication due to toxins of Clostridium botulinum [C. botulinum]
Excludes1 — not coded here
- •food poisoning due to toxins of Clostridium botulinum (A05.1)
Frequently asked questions
- What is ICD-10 code A48.5?
- A48.5 is the ICD-10-CM code for "Other specified botulism". It falls under A00-B99 Certain infectious and parasitic diseases.
- Is A48.5 a billable code?
- No — A48.5 is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code (such as A48.51) for billing.
- What is excluded from A48.5?
- Excludes1 (not coded here): food poisoning due to toxins of Clostridium botulinum (A05.1).
Source: CMS ICD-10-CM FY2026. For informational purposes only — not medical advice. See our medical disclaimer.
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