W21.09Header code — not billable

Struck by other hit or thrown ball

Chapter
20. External causes of morbidity
Category
W21
Effective date
October 1, 2026

Related codes in category W21

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code W21.09?

W21.09 is an ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for Struck by other hit or thrown ball.

Is W21.09 a billable code?

No. W21.09 is a category/header code, not billable on its own — use one of its more specific child codes instead.

What ICD-10-CM chapter is W21.09 in?

W21.09 falls under Chapter 20: External causes of morbidity.

When did W21.09 become effective?

W21.09 has been effective since October 1, 2026, per the CMS/CDC ICD-10-CM annual release.

What other codes are related to W21.09?

W21.09 belongs to category W21, which includes 12 other codes — see the related codes list on this page.

ICD-10-CM data maintained by CDC/CMS (public domain). Always verify codes with authoritative sources before making coding or billing decisions.