W46.1XXA ICD-10-CM Code: Contact with contaminated hypodermic needle, 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
W46.1XXAContact with contaminated hypodermic needle, initial encounter
ICD-10-CM diagnosis code · United States clinical modification
Classification
Where W46.1XXA sits
- 1
Chapter 20
External causes of morbidity (V00-Y99)
- 2
Section
Accidents (V00-X58)
- 3
Category W46
Contact with hypodermic needle
- 4
Subcategory W46.1
Contact with contaminated hypodermic needle
- 5
Code W46.1XXA
Contact with contaminated hypodermic needle, initial encounter
Documentation details
Notes for this code
Inclusion terms
No inclusion terms are listed for W46.1XXA.
Code first
No “code first” instruction is listed for W46.1XXA.
Use additional code
No “use additional code” instruction is listed for W46.1XXA.
Excludes1
Conditions that should not be reported together with this code.
No Excludes1 note is listed for W46.1XXA.
Excludes2
Conditions not included here that may be reported separately when present.
No Excludes2 note is listed for W46.1XXA.
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 W46.1XXA mean?
W46.1XXA is the FY 2027 U.S. ICD-10-CM code for “Contact with contaminated hypodermic needle, initial encounter.”
Is W46.1XXA a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code?
Yes. In the FY 2027 reference data used on this page, W46.1XXA 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 W46.1XXA located in ICD-10-CM?
W46.1XXA is listed in Chapter 20, External causes of morbidity (V00-Y99), within Accidents (V00-X58) (V00–X58), under category W46, Contact with hypodermic needle and subcategory W46.1, Contact with contaminated hypodermic needle.
What coding notes are listed for W46.1XXA?
No inclusion terms are listed for W46.1XXA in this reference record. No code-first instruction is listed. No Excludes1 note is listed. No Excludes2 note is listed.
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