W52
Non-billableCrushed, pushed or stepped on by crowd or human stampede
Crushed, pushed or stepped on by crowd or human stampede
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
- Crushed, pushed or stepped on by crowd or human stampede with or without fall
Excludes 1
Codes that cannot be used together with this code (mutual exclusion)
- Toxic effect of contact with venomous animals and plants (T63.-)
7th Character Definitions
- A - initial encounter
- D - subsequent encounter
- S - sequela
Child Codes (3)
Also Known As / Clinical Terms
Frequently Asked Questions
What is ICD-10 code W52?
ICD-10-CM code W52 represents "Crushed, pushed or stepped on by crowd or human stampede". It is a non-billable header code — use a more specific child code for billing purposes.
Is W52 a billable code?
No, W52 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 W52.
What chapter is W52 in?
W52 is in Chapter 21: External Causes of Morbidity (codes V00-Y99).
What codes cannot be used with W52?
W52 has Excludes1 notes indicating codes that cannot be used together with it, including: Toxic effect of contact with venomous animals and plants (T63.-).
What are the subcategories under W52?
W52 has 3 child codes, including: W52.XXXA (Crushd/pushd/stepd on by crowd or human stampede, init), W52.XXXD (Crushd/pushd/stepd on by crowd or human stampede, subs), W52.XXXS (Crushd/pushd/stepd on by crowd or human stampede, sequela).
What are the UMLS CUIs for W52?
W52 is linked to 2 UMLS Concept Unique Identifiers: C0479185, C2904674. The UMLS (Unified Medical Language System) integrates multiple biomedical vocabularies maintained by the U.S. National Library of Medicine.
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