W49.03XSBillable
Rubber band causing external constriction, sequela
- 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 constrictionW49.02XAString or thread causing external constriction, init encntrYesW49.02XDString 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 encounterYes
Frequently asked questions
What is ICD-10 code W49.03XS?
W49.03XS is an ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for Rubber band causing external constriction, sequela.
Is W49.03XS a billable code?
Yes. W49.03XS is billable and specific enough to be used on a claim.
What ICD-10-CM chapter is W49.03XS in?
W49.03XS falls under Chapter 20: External causes of morbidity.
When did W49.03XS become effective?
W49.03XS has been effective since October 1, 2026, per the CMS/CDC ICD-10-CM annual release.
What other codes are related to W49.03XS?
W49.03XS belongs to category W49, 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.