W49.02XA ICD-10-CM Code: String or thread causing external constriction, 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
W49.02XAString or thread causing external constriction, initial encounter
ICD-10-CM diagnosis code · United States clinical modification
Classification
Where W49.02XA sits
- 1
Chapter 20
External causes of morbidity (V00-Y99)
- 2
Section
Accidents (V00-X58)
- 3
Category W49
Exposure to other inanimate mechanical forces
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Subcategory W49.02
String or thread causing external constriction
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Code W49.02XA
String or thread causing external constriction, initial encounter
Documentation details
Notes for this code
Inclusion terms
No inclusion terms are listed for W49.02XA.
Code first
No “code first” instruction is listed for W49.02XA.
Use additional code
No “use additional code” instruction is listed for W49.02XA.
Excludes1
Conditions that should not be reported together with this code.
No Excludes1 note is listed for W49.02XA.
Excludes2
Conditions not included here that may be reported separately when present.
No Excludes2 note is listed for W49.02XA.
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.
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Frequently asked questions
What does ICD-10-CM code W49.02XA mean?
W49.02XA is the FY 2027 U.S. ICD-10-CM code for “String or thread causing external constriction, initial encounter.”
Is W49.02XA a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code?
Yes. In the FY 2027 reference data used on this page, W49.02XA 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 W49.02XA located in ICD-10-CM?
W49.02XA is listed in Chapter 20, External causes of morbidity (V00-Y99), within Accidents (V00-X58) (V00–X58), under category W49, Exposure to other inanimate mechanical forces and subcategory W49.02, String or thread causing external constriction.
What coding notes are listed for W49.02XA?
No inclusion terms are listed for W49.02XA in this reference record. No code-first instruction is listed. No Excludes1 note is listed. No Excludes2 note is listed.
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