W22 ICD-10-CM Code: Striking against or struck by other objects
A clear reference for the official code description, hierarchy, and related coding information from the FY 2027 U.S. release.
Official description
W22Striking against or struck by other objects
ICD-10-CM diagnosis code · United States clinical modification
Where W22 sits
- 1
Chapter 20
External causes of morbidity (V00-Y99)
- 2
Section
Accidents (V00-X58)
- 3
Category W22
Striking against or struck by other objects
- 4
Code W22
Striking against or struck by other objects
Codes under W22
W22 is a non-billable category. Choose the child code that best matches the documented diagnosis.
Notes for this code
Inclusion terms
No inclusion terms are listed for W22.
Code first
No “code first” instruction is listed for W22.
Use additional code
No “use additional code” instruction is listed for W22.
Excludes1
Conditions that should not be reported together with this code.
- striking against or struck by object with subsequent fall (W18.09)
Excludes2
Conditions not included here that may be reported separately when present.
No Excludes2 note is listed for W22.
Source and release
- Data release
- U.S. ICD-10-CM · FY 2027
- Effective date
- Oct 1, 2026
- Publisher
- Vero Scribe Inc.
This reference is generated from Vero’s ICD-10-CM description, hierarchy, and code-note dataset. The visible content and structured data share that source.
Frequently asked questions
What does ICD-10-CM code W22 mean?
W22 is the FY 2027 U.S. ICD-10-CM code for “Striking against or struck by other objects.”
Is W22 a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code?
No. W22 has more specific child codes in the FY 2027 reference data. Select the code that matches the documentation and confirm the active code set and payer requirements.
Where is W22 located in ICD-10-CM?
W22 is listed in Chapter 20, External causes of morbidity (V00-Y99), within Accidents (V00-X58) (V00–X58), under category W22, Striking against or struck by other objects.
What coding notes are listed for W22?
No inclusion terms are listed for W22 in this reference record. No code-first instruction is listed. Excludes1 notes: striking against or struck by object with subsequent fall (W18.09). No Excludes2 note is listed.