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ICD-10-CM 2027

ICD-10 code for electrocution

T75.4

Electrocution

Header — needs a more specific code

From the official ICD-10-CM alphabetic index entry “Electrocution”. Page updated September 29, 2026.

About coding electrocution

The ICD-10-CM code for electrocution is T75.4 (Electrocution). The official index lists 1 more specific code, so check the documentation for details such as type, cause, site or severity before settling on T75.4.

Within T75 (other and unspecified effects of other external causes), T75.4 is specifically for electrocution. Related codes cover effects of lightning (T75.0), unspecified effects of drowning and nonfatal submersion (T75.1), effects of vibration (T75.2), motion sickness (T75.3) and other specified effects of external causes (T75.8).

Codes in this range require a 7th character: A for initial encounter, D for subsequent encounter and S for sequela. Use placeholder "X" characters to fill any empty positions before the 7th character.

It has been part of ICD-10-CM since the code set took effect on October 1, 2015 and hasn't changed since.

More specific electrocution codes (official index)

  • from electroshock gun (taser) T75.4 — Electrocution

Common questions about electrocution ICD-10 codes

What is the ICD-10 code for electrocution?

T75.4 — Electrocution (a header code; report a more specific subcode). More specific codes apply when the documentation supports them: T75.4.

Is T75.4 billable?

No. T75.4 is a header code. Report one of its more specific subcodes instead.