W49.02XABillable
String or thread causing external constriction, initial encounter
Short description: String or thread causing external constriction, init encntr
- Chapter
- 20. External causes of morbidity
- Category
- W49
- Effective date
- October 1, 2026
Related codes in category W49
W49Exposure to other inanimate mechanical forcesW49.0Item causing external constrictionW49.01Hair causing external constrictionW49.01XAHair causing external constriction, initial encounterYesW49.01XDHair causing external constriction, subsequent encounterYesW49.01XSHair causing external constriction, sequelaYesW49.02String or thread causing external constrictionW49.02XDString or thread causing external constriction, subs encntrYesW49.02XSString or thread causing external constriction, sequelaYesW49.03Rubber band causing external constrictionW49.03XARubber band causing external constriction, initial encounterYesW49.03XDRubber band causing external constriction, subs encntrYes
Frequently asked questions
What is ICD-10 code W49.02XA?
W49.02XA is an ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for String or thread causing external constriction, initial encounter.
Is W49.02XA a billable code?
Yes. W49.02XA is billable and specific enough to be used on a claim.
What ICD-10-CM chapter is W49.02XA in?
W49.02XA falls under Chapter 20: External causes of morbidity.
When did W49.02XA become effective?
W49.02XA has been effective since October 1, 2026, per the CMS/CDC ICD-10-CM annual release.
What other codes are related to W49.02XA?
W49.02XA belongs to category W49, which includes 12 other codes — see the related codes list on this page.
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