W38 ICD 10 Code is a non-billable and non-specific code and should not be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. There are other codes below it with greater level of diagnosis detail. The 2023 edition of the American ICD-10-CM code became effective on October 1, 2022.
Codes
- W38.XXXA Explosion and rupture of other specified pressurized devices, initial encounter
- W38.XXXD Explosion and rupture of other specified pressurized devices, subsequent encounter
- W38.XXXS Explosion and rupture of other specified pressurized devices, sequela
Possible back-references that may be applicable or related to W38 ICD10 Code:
Present On Admission (POA Exempt)
W38 ICD 10 code is considered exempt from POA reporting