2027 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code X34Earthquake
X34 is a non-billable ICD-10-CM category code for earthquake, so it cannot be submitted on claims. Use a more specific code from this category instead, such as X34.XXXA, X34.XXXD, and X34.XXXS.
Code Identity
Code Classification
Instructional NotesGuidance
Instructions from the official ICD-10-CM Tabular List that apply to X34: its own notes plus those printed at Chapter 20. A note printed at a category, block or chapter applies to every code under it.
Excludes2
Not included here: the excluded condition is not part of this code, but a patient may have both, so both codes may be reported.
- tidal wave (tsunami) due to earthquake (X37.41)
Notes
General instructions on how these codes are used.
- This chapter permits the classification of environmental events and circumstances as the cause of injury, and other adverse effects. Where a code from this section is applicable, it is intended that it shall be used secondary to a code from another chapter of the Classification indicating the nature of the condition. Most often, the condition will be classifiable to Chapter 19, Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes (S00-T88). Other conditions that may be stated to be due to external causes are classified in Chapters I to XVIII. For these conditions, codes from Chapter 20 should be used to provide additional information as to the cause of the condition.
7th Character
Every code in the category takes a 7th character from the listed values, with the placeholder X filling any empty positions before it.
- The appropriate 7th character is to be added to code X34
- Ainitial encounter
- Dsubsequent encounter
- Ssequela
Source: CMS ICD-10-CM Tabular List. How to read instructional notes.
Referenced in Other NotesGuidance
Instructional notes printed at other codes that name X34, its category, or a range that includes it.
Excludes1 1
These codes carry an Excludes1 note naming X34: they are not reported together with it, unless the two conditions are unrelated.
- X36 Avalanche, landslide and other earth movementsearthquake (X34)
Excludes2 2
These codes carry an Excludes2 note naming X34: its condition is not part of those codes, and both may be reported when the patient has both.
- Block V00-V99 Transport accidents
- Block W65-W74 Accidental non-transport drowning and submersion
Code First 1
These codes say to code first a condition named in the note, and X34 is one of the conditions named.
- W20 Struck by thrown, projected or falling object
Use Additional Code 1
These codes say to use an additional code from the note, and X34 is one of the codes named.
- T71.21 Asphyxiation due to cave-in or falling earth
External Cause of Injuries IndexGuidance
References for this code in the External Cause of Injuries Index; each main term links to its index entry.
Patient EducationClinical
Earthquakes
An earthquake happens when two blocks of the earth suddenly slip past one another. Earthquakes strike suddenly, violently, and without warning at any time of the day or night. If an earthquake occurs in a populated area, it may cause property damage, injuries, and even deaths.
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Code HistoryHistory
Questions About X34Overview
What is the ICD-10 code for earthquake?
X34 is the ICD-10-CM category for earthquake, but it is a non-billable header: claims need a more specific code from this category, listed on this page.
