ICD-10-CM W89: Exposure to man-made visible and ultraviolet light

ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)

Official Description for W89

Exposure to man-made visible and ultraviolet light

Coding Notes & Guidelines for W89

Includes Notes

exposure to welding light (arc)

Excludes2: Not Included Here

exposure to sunlight (X32)

7th Character Guidance

The appropriate 7th character is to be added to each code from category W89

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

Child Codes (More Specific Codes for W89):

About ICD-10-CM Code W89 (Exposure to man-made visible and ultraviolet light)

ICD-10-CM code W89 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 W89 became effective on October 1, 2024.

This page provides detailed information about W89 - Exposure to man-made visible and ultraviolet light. 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 man-made visible and ultraviolet light.