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ICD-10-CM Code for Exposure to radioactive isotopes W88.1

ICD-10 code W88.1 for Exposure to radioactive isotopes is a medical classification as listed by WHO under the range - Other external causes of accidental injury .

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Exposure to radioactive isotopes

W88

Excludes1: exposure to sunlight (X32)

 
W88.1 Exposure to radioactive isotopes
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Exposure to radioactive isotopes, initial encounter
Child Code
Exposure to radioactive isotopes, subsequent encounter
Child Code
Exposure to radioactive isotopes, sequela

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