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ICD-10-CM Code for Exposure to other ionizing radiation W88.8

ICD-10 code W88.8 for Exposure to other ionizing radiation is a medical classification as listed by WHO under the range - Other external causes of accidental injury .

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Exposure to other ionizing radiation

W88

Excludes1: exposure to sunlight (X32)

 
W88.8 Exposure to other ionizing radiation
Child Code
Exposure to other ionizing radiation, initial encounter
Child Code
Exposure to other ionizing radiation, subsequent encounter
Child Code
Exposure to other ionizing radiation, sequela

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