ICD-10-CM W49: Exposure to other inanimate mechanical forces

ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)

Official Description for W49

Exposure to other inanimate mechanical forces

Coding Notes & Guidelines for W49

Includes Notes
  • exposure to abnormal gravitational [G] forces
  • exposure to inanimate mechanical forces NEC
Excludes1: Not Coded Here

exposure to inanimate mechanical forces involving military or war operations (Y36.-, Y37.-)

7th Character Guidance

The appropriate 7th character is to be added to each code from category W49

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

Child Codes (More Specific Codes for W49):

W49.0 - Item causing external constriction W49.01 - Hair causing external constriction W49.02 - String or thread causing external constriction W49.03 - Rubber band causing external constriction W49.04 - Ring or other jewelry causing external constriction W49.09 - Other specified item causing external constriction W49.9 - Exposure to other inanimate mechanical forces

About ICD-10-CM Code W49 (Exposure to other inanimate mechanical forces)

ICD-10-CM code W49 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 W49 became effective on October 1, 2024.

This page provides detailed information about W49 - Exposure to other inanimate mechanical forces. 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 Exposure to other inanimate mechanical forces.