W94.21
Non-billableExpsr to rdct in atmos pressr while surfc from dp-watr div
Exposure to reduction in atmospheric pressure while surfacing from deep-water diving
This is a header/category code. For billing purposes, use a more specific child code from the list below.
Coding Notes
Excludes 1
Codes that cannot be used together with this code (mutual exclusion)
Child Codes (3)
Also Known As / Clinical Terms
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ICD-10 code for expsr to rdct in atmos pressr while surfc from dp-watr div?
The ICD-10-CM code for expsr to rdct in atmos pressr while surfc from dp-watr div is W94.21. The full clinical description is "Exposure to reduction in atmospheric pressure while surfacing from deep-water diving". W94.21 is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code for billing purposes.
What does ICD-10 code W94.21 mean?
ICD-10-CM code W94.21 represents "Exposure to reduction in atmospheric pressure while surfacing from deep-water diving". 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 W94.21 a billable code?
No, W94.21 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 W94.21.
What chapter is W94.21 in?
W94.21 is in Chapter 21: External Causes of Morbidity (codes V00-Y99).
What codes cannot be used with W94.21?
W94.21 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 W94.21?
W94.21 has 3 child codes, including: W94.21XA (Expsr to rdct in atmos pressr wh surfc fr dp-watr div, init), W94.21XD (Expsr to rdct in atmos pressr wh surfc fr dp-watr div, subs), W94.21XS (Expsr to rdct in atmos pressr wh surfc fr dp-watr div, sqla).
What are the UMLS CUIs for W94.21?
W94.21 is linked to 1 UMLS Concept Unique Identifier: C2905261. The UMLS (Unified Medical Language System) integrates multiple biomedical vocabularies maintained by the U.S. National Library of Medicine.
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Includes SNOMED Clinical Terms® (SNOMED CT®) used by permission of SNOMED International. Includes content from the UMLS Metathesaurus, courtesy of the U.S. National Library of Medicine.