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W24

Non-billable

Contact w lifting and transmission devices, NEC

Contact with lifting and transmission devices, not elsewhere classified

This is a header/category code. For billing purposes, use a more specific child code from the list below.

Status

Non-billable / Header

Block

W20-W49

Child Codes

2

ICD-11 Mapping

1 equivalent

Coding Notes

7th Character Definitions

  • A - initial encounter
  • D - subsequent encounter
  • S - sequela

Child Codes (2)

ICD-11 Equivalents(1)

ICD-11 Equivalents

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Corresponding ICD-11 codes from the WHO crosswalk mapping

Also Known As / Clinical Terms(2)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ICD-10 code for contact w lifting and transmission devices, nec?

The ICD-10-CM code for contact w lifting and transmission devices, nec is W24. The full clinical description is "Contact with lifting and transmission devices, not elsewhere classified". W24 is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code for billing purposes.

What does ICD-10 code W24 mean?

ICD-10-CM code W24 represents “Contact with lifting and transmission devices, not elsewhere classified”. 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 W24 a billable code?

No, W24 is a non-billable header code. You need to use one of its more specific child codes for billing. There are 2 child codes under W24.

What chapter is W24 in?

W24 is in Chapter 21: External Causes of Morbidity (codes V00-Y99).

What codes cannot be used with W24?

W24 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 2 more.

What are the subcategories under W24?

W24 has 2 child codes, including: W24.0 (Contact with lifting devices, not elsewhere classified), W24.1 (Contact with transmission devices, not elsewhere classified).

What are the UMLS CUIs for W24?

W24 is linked to 1 UMLS Concept Unique Identifier: C0869123. The UMLS (Unified Medical Language System) integrates multiple biomedical vocabularies maintained by the U.S. National Library of Medicine.

How does W24 relate to ICF functioning codes?

ICF (International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health) codes describe how conditions like contact w lifting and transmission devices, nec affect a person's functioning — body functions, activities, participation, and environmental factors. AutoICD provides ICF Core Sets for 12+ conditions and can map clinical text to ICF categories automatically. Browse the ICF directory to explore functioning codes.

What is the ICD-11 equivalent of W24?

W24 maps to the ICD-11 code: PA8Z (Unintentional exposure to object, unspecified).

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