W22Header code — not billable

Striking against or struck by other objects

Chapter
20. External causes of morbidity
Category
W22
Effective date
October 1, 2026

Related codes in category W22

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code W22?

W22 is an ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for Striking against or struck by other objects.

Is W22 a billable code?

No. W22 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 W22 in?

W22 falls under Chapter 20: External causes of morbidity.

When did W22 become effective?

W22 has been effective since October 1, 2026, per the CMS/CDC ICD-10-CM annual release.

What other codes are related to W22?

W22 belongs to category W22, which includes 12 other codes — see the related codes list on this page.

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