W21.0
Non-billableStruck by hit or thrown ball
Struck by hit or thrown ball
This is a header/category code. For billing purposes, use a more specific child code from the list below.
Coding Notes
Excludes 1
Codes that cannot be used together with this code (mutual exclusion)
- assault (X92-Y09)
- contact or collision with animals or persons (W50-W64)
- exposure to inanimate mechanical forces involving military or war operations (Y36.-, Y37.-)
- intentional self-harm (X71-X83)
- assault with sports equipment (Y08.0-)
- striking against or struck by sports equipment with subsequent fall (W18.01)
Child Codes (9)
Also Known As / Clinical Terms
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ICD-10 code for struck by hit or thrown ball?
The ICD-10-CM code for struck by hit or thrown ball is W21.0. The full clinical description is "Struck by hit or thrown ball". W21.0 is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code for billing purposes.
What does ICD-10 code W21.0 mean?
ICD-10-CM code W21.0 represents "Struck by hit or thrown ball". It is classified under Chapter 21: External Causes of Morbidity and is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code for billing purposes.
Is W21.0 a billable code?
No, W21.0 is a non-billable header code. You need to use one of its more specific child codes for billing. There are 9 child codes under W21.0.
What chapter is W21.0 in?
W21.0 is in Chapter 21: External Causes of Morbidity (codes V00-Y99).
What codes cannot be used with W21.0?
W21.0 has Excludes1 notes indicating codes that cannot be used together with it, including: assault (X92-Y09); contact or collision with animals or persons (W50-W64); exposure to inanimate mechanical forces involving military or war operations (Y36.-, Y37.-); and 3 more.
What are the subcategories under W21.0?
W21.0 has 9 child codes, including: W21.00 (Struck by hit or thrown ball, unspecified type), W21.01 (Struck by football), W21.02 (Struck by soccer ball), W21.03 (Struck by baseball), and 5 more.
What are the UMLS CUIs for W21.0?
W21.0 is linked to 1 UMLS Concept Unique Identifier: C0867984. The UMLS (Unified Medical Language System) integrates multiple biomedical vocabularies maintained by the U.S. National Library of Medicine.
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