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ICD-10-CM 2027

ICD-10 code for lightning shock

T75.01

Shock due to being struck by lightning

Header — needs a more specific code

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

About coding lightning shock

The ICD-10-CM code for lightning shock is T75.01 (Shock due to being struck by lightning).

Within T75.0 (effects of lightning), T75.01 is specifically for shock due to being struck by lightning. Related codes cover unspecified effects of lightning (T75.00) and other effects of lightning (T75.09).

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.

Common questions about lightning shock ICD-10 codes

What is the ICD-10 code for lightning shock?

T75.01 — Shock due to being struck by lightning (a header code; report a more specific subcode).

Is T75.01 billable?

No. T75.01 is a header code. Report one of its more specific subcodes instead.