ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for W46
Contact with hypodermic needle
Coding Notes & Guidelines for W46
Inclusion Terms
Hypodermic needle stick NOS
7th Character Guidance
The appropriate 7th character is to be added to each code from category W46
7th Character Definitions
- A: initial encounter
- D: subsequent encounter
- S: sequela
Child Codes (More Specific Codes for W46):
About ICD-10-CM Code W46 (Contact with hypodermic needle)
ICD-10-CM code W46 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 W46 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about W46 - Contact with hypodermic needle. 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 Contact with hypodermic needle.