W44.H9 ICD-10-CM Code: Other sharp object entering into or through a natural orifice
A clear reference for the official code description, hierarchy, and related coding information from the FY 2027 U.S. release.
Code definition
Official description
W44.H9Other sharp object entering into or through a natural orifice
ICD-10-CM diagnosis code · United States clinical modification
Classification
Where W44.H9 sits
- 1
Chapter 20
External causes of morbidity (V00-Y99)
- 2
Section
Accidents (V00-X58)
- 3
Category W44
Foreign body entering into or through a natural orifice
- 4
Subcategory W44.H
Other sharp object entering into or through a natural orifice
- 5
Code W44.H9
Other sharp object entering into or through a natural orifice
More specific choices
Codes under W44.H9
W44.H9 is a non-billable category. Choose the child code that best matches the documented diagnosis.
Documentation details
Notes for this code
Inclusion terms
- Shard pottery entering into or through a natural orifice
Code first
No “code first” instruction is listed for W44.H9.
Use additional code
No “use additional code” instruction is listed for W44.H9.
Excludes1
Conditions that should not be reported together with this code.
No Excludes1 note is listed for W44.H9.
Excludes2
Conditions not included here that may be reported separately when present.
No Excludes2 note is listed for W44.H9.
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Source and release
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Frequently asked questions
What does ICD-10-CM code W44.H9 mean?
W44.H9 is the FY 2027 U.S. ICD-10-CM code for “Other sharp object entering into or through a natural orifice.”
Is W44.H9 a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code?
No. W44.H9 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 W44.H9 located in ICD-10-CM?
W44.H9 is listed in Chapter 20, External causes of morbidity (V00-Y99), within Accidents (V00-X58) (V00–X58), under category W44, Foreign body entering into or through a natural orifice and subcategory W44.H, Other sharp object entering into or through a natural orifice.
What coding notes are listed for W44.H9?
Its listed inclusion terms are Shard pottery entering into or through a natural orifice. No code-first instruction is listed. No Excludes1 note is listed. No Excludes2 note is listed.
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