W50
Non-billableAcc hit, strk, kick, twist, bite or scratch by another prsn
Accidental hit, strike, kick, twist, bite or scratch by another person
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
- hit, strike, kick, twist, bite, or scratch by another person NOS
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 (5)
ICD-11 Equivalents(1)
ICD-11 Equivalents
View full mappingCorresponding ICD-11 codes from the WHO crosswalk mapping
Also Known As / Clinical Terms(3)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ICD-10 code for acc hit, strk, kick, twist, bite or scratch by another prsn?
The ICD-10-CM code for acc hit, strk, kick, twist, bite or scratch by another prsn is W50. The full clinical description is "Accidental hit, strike, kick, twist, bite or scratch by another person". W50 is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code for billing purposes.
What does ICD-10 code W50 mean?
ICD-10-CM code W50 represents “Accidental hit, strike, kick, twist, bite or scratch by another person”. 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 W50 a billable code?
No, W50 is a non-billable header code. You need to use one of its more specific child codes for billing. There are 5 child codes under W50.
What chapter is W50 in?
W50 is in Chapter 21: External Causes of Morbidity (codes V00-Y99).
What codes cannot be used with W50?
W50 has Excludes1 notes indicating codes that cannot be used together with it, including: Toxic effect of contact with venomous animals and plants (T63.-); assault by bodily force (Y04); struck by objects (W20-W22).
What are the subcategories under W50?
W50 has 5 child codes, including: W50.0 (Accidental hit or strike by another person), W50.1 (Accidental kick by another person), W50.2 (Accidental twist by another person), W50.3 (Accidental bite by another person), and 1 more.
What are the UMLS CUIs for W50?
W50 is linked to 2 UMLS Concept Unique Identifiers: C2904644, C0479163. The UMLS (Unified Medical Language System) integrates multiple biomedical vocabularies maintained by the U.S. National Library of Medicine.
How does W50 relate to ICF functioning codes?
ICF (International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health) codes describe how conditions like acc hit, strk, kick, twist, bite or scratch by another prsn 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 W50?
W50 maps to the ICD-11 code: PA7Z (Unintentional contact with person, animal or plant, type unspecified).
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