ICD-10-CM W36: Explosion and rupture of gas cylinder

ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)

Official Description for W36

Explosion and rupture of gas cylinder

Coding Notes & Guidelines for W36

7th Character Guidance

The appropriate 7th character is to be added to each code from category W36

7th Character Definitions
  • A: initial encounter
  • D: subsequent encounter
  • S: sequela

Child Codes (More Specific Codes for W36):

W36.1 - Explosion and rupture of aerosol can W36.2 - Explosion and rupture of air tank W36.3 - Explosion and rupture of pressurized-gas tank W36.8 - Explosion and rupture of other gas cylinder W36.9 - Explosion and rupture of unspecified gas cylinder

About ICD-10-CM Code W36 (Explosion and rupture of gas cylinder)

ICD-10-CM code W36 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 W36 became effective on October 1, 2024.

This page provides detailed information about W36 - Explosion and rupture of gas cylinder. 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 Explosion and rupture of gas cylinder.