W51: Accidental striking against or bumped into by another person
Codes under W51 (Accidental striking against or bumped into by another person). A ✓ marks a billable (fully specified) code; category codes without a ✓ are not billable on their own.
| Code | Description | Billable |
|---|---|---|
| W51.XXXA | Accidental striking against or bumped into by another person, initial encounter | ✓ |
| W51.XXXA | Accidental striking against or bumped into by another person, initial encounter | ✓ |
| W51.XXXD | Accidental striking against or bumped into by another person, subsequent encounter | ✓ |
| W51.XXXD | Accidental striking against or bumped into by another person, subsequent encounter | ✓ |
| W51.XXXS | Accidental striking against or bumped into by another person, sequela | ✓ |
| W51.XXXS | Accidental striking against or bumped into by another person, sequela | ✓ |
Frequently asked questions
What is ICD-10-CM code W51?
W51 is an ICD-10-CM category covering Accidental striking against or bumped into by another person. It contains 6 more specific diagnosis codes, 6 of which are billable.
Is W51 a billable code?
No — W51 is a category header and isn't billable on its own. Code to the highest level of specificity using one of its subcodes (for example W51.XXXA — Accidental striking against or bumped into by another person, initial encounter). 6 of the 6 codes under W51 are billable.
What codes fall under W51?
W51 includes W51.XXXA, W51.XXXA, W51.XXXD, W51.XXXD, W51.XXXS, plus 1 more. See the full list with descriptions and billable status above.
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