W85
Non-billableExposure to electric transmission lines
Exposure to electric transmission lines
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
- Broken power line
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 (3)
ICD-11 Equivalents(1)
ICD-11 Equivalents
View full mappingCorresponding ICD-11 codes from the WHO crosswalk mapping
Also Known As / Clinical Terms(2)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ICD-10 code for exposure to electric transmission lines?
The ICD-10-CM code for exposure to electric transmission lines is W85. The full clinical description is "Exposure to electric transmission lines". W85 is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code for billing purposes.
What does ICD-10 code W85 mean?
ICD-10-CM code W85 represents “Exposure to electric transmission lines”. 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 W85 a billable code?
No, W85 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 W85.
What chapter is W85 in?
W85 is in Chapter 21: External Causes of Morbidity (codes V00-Y99).
What codes cannot be used with W85?
W85 has Excludes1 notes indicating codes that cannot be used together with it, including: exposure to:; failure in dosage of radiation or temperature during surgical and medical care (Y63.2-Y63.5); lightning (T75.0-); and 5 more.
What are the subcategories under W85?
W85 has 3 child codes, including: W85.XXXA (Exposure to electric transmission lines, initial encounter), W85.XXXD (Exposure to electric transmission lines, subs encntr), W85.XXXS (Exposure to electric transmission lines, sequela).
What are the UMLS CUIs for W85?
W85 is linked to 2 UMLS Concept Unique Identifiers: C2905151, C0479483. The UMLS (Unified Medical Language System) integrates multiple biomedical vocabularies maintained by the U.S. National Library of Medicine.
How does W85 relate to ICF functioning codes?
ICF (International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health) codes describe how conditions like exposure to electric transmission lines 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 W85?
W85 maps to the ICD-11 code: PB51 (Unintentional exposure to electric current).
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