ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for W34.1
Accidental malfunction from other and unspecified firearms and guns
Coding Notes & Guidelines for W34.1
Firearm malfunction NOS
- Accidental malfunction of BB gun
- Accidental malfunction of pellet gun
Accidental injury due to paintball gun malfunction
Accidental malfunction from Very pistol [flare]
Parent Code (Less Specific):
About ICD-10-CM Code W34.1 (Accidental malfunction from other and unspecified firearms and guns)
ICD-10-CM code W34.1 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 W34.1 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about W34.1 - Accidental malfunction from other and unspecified firearms and guns. 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 malfunction from other and unspecified firearms and guns.