A48.5

Non-billable

Other 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.

Status
Header (non-billable)
Chapter
A00-B99
Parent
A48
Subcodes
2
Edition
FY2026

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 are the subcodes of A48.5?
A48.5 has 2 more specific child codes, including A48.51, A48.52.
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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