W44.H9XSBillable
Other sharp object entering into or through a natural orifice, sequela
Short description: Other sharp object entering via natural orifice, sequela
- Chapter
- 20. External causes of morbidity
- Category
- W44
- Effective date
- October 1, 2026
Related codes in category W44
W44Foreign body entering into or through a natural orificeW44.8Other foreign body entering via natural orificeW44.8XXAOther foreign body entering via natural orifice, initYesW44.8XXDOther foreign body entering via natural orifice, subsYesW44.8XXSOther foreign body entering via natural orifice, sequelaYesW44.9Unspecified foreign body entering via natural orificeW44.9XXAUnspecified foreign body entering via natural orifice, initYesW44.9XXDUnspecified foreign body entering via natural orifice, subsYesW44.9XXSUnspecified fb entering via natural orifice, sequelaYesW44.ABattery entering into or through a natural orificeW44.A0Battery unspecified, entering via natural orificeW44.A0XABattery unspecified, entering via natural orifice, initYes
Frequently asked questions
What is ICD-10 code W44.H9XS?
W44.H9XS is an ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for Other sharp object entering into or through a natural orifice, sequela.
Is W44.H9XS a billable code?
Yes. W44.H9XS is billable and specific enough to be used on a claim.
What ICD-10-CM chapter is W44.H9XS in?
W44.H9XS falls under Chapter 20: External causes of morbidity.
When did W44.H9XS become effective?
W44.H9XS has been effective since October 1, 2026, per the CMS/CDC ICD-10-CM annual release.
What other codes are related to W44.H9XS?
W44.H9XS belongs to category W44, which includes 12 other codes — see the related codes list on this page.
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