W21.221
Non-billableStruck by field hockey puck
Struck by field hockey puck
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 (3)
Also Known As / Clinical Terms
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ICD-10 code for struck by field hockey puck?
The ICD-10-CM code for struck by field hockey puck is W21.221. The full clinical description is "Struck by field hockey puck". W21.221 is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code for billing purposes.
What does ICD-10 code W21.221 mean?
ICD-10-CM code W21.221 represents "Struck by field hockey puck". 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 W21.221 a billable code?
No, W21.221 is a non-billable header code. You need to use one of its more specific child codes for billing. There are 3 child codes under W21.221.
What chapter is W21.221 in?
W21.221 is in Chapter 21: External Causes of Morbidity (codes V00-Y99).
What codes cannot be used with W21.221?
W21.221 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 W21.221?
W21.221 has 3 child codes, including: W21.221A (Struck by field hockey puck, initial encounter), W21.221D (Struck by field hockey puck, subsequent encounter), W21.221S (Struck by field hockey puck, sequela).
What are the UMLS CUIs for W21.221?
W21.221 is linked to 1 UMLS Concept Unique Identifier: C2904087. The UMLS (Unified Medical Language System) integrates multiple biomedical vocabularies maintained by the U.S. National Library of Medicine.
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