W26.0XXA ICD-10-CM Code: Contact with knife, initial encounter
A clear reference for the official code description, hierarchy, and related coding information from the FY 2027 U.S. release.
Code definition
Official description
W26.0XXAContact with knife, initial encounter
ICD-10-CM diagnosis code · United States clinical modification
Classification
Where W26.0XXA sits
- 1
Chapter 20
External causes of morbidity (V00-Y99)
- 2
Section
Accidents (V00-X58)
- 3
Category W26
Contact with other sharp objects
- 4
Subcategory W26.0
Contact with knife
- 5
Code W26.0XXA
Contact with knife, initial encounter
Documentation details
Notes for this code
Inclusion terms
No inclusion terms are listed for W26.0XXA.
Code first
No “code first” instruction is listed for W26.0XXA.
Use additional code
No “use additional code” instruction is listed for W26.0XXA.
Excludes1
Conditions that should not be reported together with this code.
No Excludes1 note is listed for W26.0XXA.
Excludes2
Conditions not included here that may be reported separately when present.
No Excludes2 note is listed for W26.0XXA.
Transparency
Source and release
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.
Review the CDC/NCHS ICD-10-CM sourceCode-specific guidance
Frequently asked questions
What does ICD-10-CM code W26.0XXA mean?
W26.0XXA is the FY 2027 U.S. ICD-10-CM code for “Contact with knife, initial encounter.”
Is W26.0XXA a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code?
Yes. In the FY 2027 reference data used on this page, W26.0XXA has no child codes and is presented as a billable/specific code. Always confirm the active code set and payer requirements before use.
Where is W26.0XXA located in ICD-10-CM?
W26.0XXA is listed in Chapter 20, External causes of morbidity (V00-Y99), within Accidents (V00-X58) (V00–X58), under category W26, Contact with other sharp objects and subcategory W26.0, Contact with knife.
What coding notes are listed for W26.0XXA?
No inclusion terms are listed for W26.0XXA in this reference record. No code-first instruction is listed. No Excludes1 note is listed. No Excludes2 note is listed.
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