ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for W20.8
Other cause of strike by thrown, projected or falling object
Coding Notes & Guidelines for W20.8
struck by thrown sports equipment (W21.-)
Parent Code (Less Specific):
About ICD-10-CM Code W20.8 (Other cause of strike by thrown)
ICD-10-CM code W20.8 is a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. The 2025 edition of ICD-10-CM W20.8 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about W20.8 - Other cause of strike by thrown, projected or falling object. It includes common terminology, coding guidelines such as "Includes," "Excludes1," and "Excludes2" notes, and information on required 7th characters. Utilizing this information correctly is essential for accurate medical coding and claims submission for conditions like Other cause of strike by thrown related to projected or falling object.