W49
Non-billableExposure to other inanimate mechanical forces
Exposure to other inanimate mechanical forces
This is a header/category code. For billing purposes, use a more specific child code from the list below.
Coding Notes
Includes
Conditions included under this code
- exposure to abnormal gravitational [G] forces
- exposure to inanimate mechanical forces NEC
Excludes 1
Codes that cannot be used together with this code (mutual exclusion)
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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Also Known As / Clinical Terms(3)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ICD-10 code for exposure to other inanimate mechanical forces?
The ICD-10-CM code for exposure to other inanimate mechanical forces is W49. The full clinical description is "Exposure to other inanimate mechanical forces". W49 is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code for billing purposes.
What does ICD-10 code W49 mean?
ICD-10-CM code W49 represents “Exposure to other inanimate mechanical forces”. 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 W49 a billable code?
No, W49 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 W49.
What chapter is W49 in?
W49 is in Chapter 21: External Causes of Morbidity (codes V00-Y99).
What codes cannot be used with W49?
W49 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 W49?
W49 has 2 child codes, including: W49.0 (Item causing external constriction), W49.9 (Exposure to other inanimate mechanical forces).
What are the UMLS CUIs for W49?
W49 is linked to 3 UMLS Concept Unique Identifiers: C2904640, C4290475, C4290476. The UMLS (Unified Medical Language System) integrates multiple biomedical vocabularies maintained by the U.S. National Library of Medicine.
How does W49 relate to ICF functioning codes?
ICF (International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health) codes describe how conditions like exposure to other inanimate mechanical forces 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 W49?
W49 maps to the ICD-11 code: PA8Z (Unintentional exposure to object, unspecified).
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