ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for W32.1
Accidental handgun malfunction
Coding Notes & Guidelines for W32.1
Inclusion Terms
- Injury due to explosion of handgun (parts)
- Injury due to malfunction of mechanism or component of handgun
- Injury due to recoil of handgun
- Powder burn from handgun
Parent Code (Less Specific):
About ICD-10-CM Code W32.1 (Accidental handgun malfunction)
ICD-10-CM code W32.1 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 W32.1 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about W32.1 - Accidental handgun malfunction. 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 Accidental handgun malfunction.