W34.09
Non-billableAccidental discharge from other specified firearms
Accidental discharge from other specified firearms
This is a header/category code. For billing purposes, use a more specific child code from the list below.
Coding Notes
Inclusion Terms
Alternative clinical terms for this condition
- Accidental discharge from Very pistol [flare]
Child Codes (3)
Also Known As / Clinical Terms
Frequently Asked Questions
What is ICD-10 code W34.09?
ICD-10-CM code W34.09 represents "Accidental discharge from other specified firearms". It is a non-billable header code — use a more specific child code for billing purposes.
Is W34.09 a billable code?
No, W34.09 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 W34.09.
What chapter is W34.09 in?
W34.09 is in Chapter 21: External Causes of Morbidity (codes V00-Y99).
What codes cannot be used with W34.09?
W34.09 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 1 more.
What are the subcategories under W34.09?
W34.09 has 3 child codes, including: W34.09XA (Accidental discharge from oth firearms, init encntr), W34.09XD (Accidental discharge from oth firearms, subs encntr), W34.09XS (Accidental discharge from other specified firearms, sequela).
What are the UMLS CUIs for W34.09?
W34.09 is linked to 2 UMLS Concept Unique Identifiers: C2904483, C2904484. The UMLS (Unified Medical Language System) integrates multiple biomedical vocabularies maintained by the U.S. National Library of Medicine.
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