W52 ICD-10-CM Code: Crushed, pushed or stepped on by crowd or human stampede
A clear reference for the official code description, hierarchy, and related coding information from the FY 2027 U.S. release.
Code definition
Official description
W52Crushed, pushed or stepped on by crowd or human stampede
ICD-10-CM diagnosis code · United States clinical modification
Classification
Where W52 sits
- 1
Chapter 20
External causes of morbidity (V00-Y99)
- 2
Section
Accidents (V00-X58)
- 3
Category W52
Crushed, pushed or stepped on by crowd or human stampede
- 4
Code W52
Crushed, pushed or stepped on by crowd or human stampede
More specific choices
Codes under W52
W52 is a non-billable category. Choose the child code that best matches the documented diagnosis.
Documentation details
Notes for this code
Inclusion terms
- Crushed, pushed or stepped on by crowd or human stampede with or without fall
Code first
No “code first” instruction is listed for W52.
Use additional code
No “use additional code” instruction is listed for W52.
Excludes1
Conditions that should not be reported together with this code.
No Excludes1 note is listed for W52.
Excludes2
Conditions not included here that may be reported separately when present.
No Excludes2 note is listed for W52.
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 W52 mean?
W52 is the FY 2027 U.S. ICD-10-CM code for “Crushed, pushed or stepped on by crowd or human stampede.”
Is W52 a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code?
No. W52 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 W52 located in ICD-10-CM?
W52 is listed in Chapter 20, External causes of morbidity (V00-Y99), within Accidents (V00-X58) (V00–X58), under category W52, Crushed, pushed or stepped on by crowd or human stampede.
What coding notes are listed for W52?
Its listed inclusion terms are Crushed, pushed or stepped on by crowd or human stampede with or without fall. No code-first instruction is listed. No Excludes1 note is listed. No Excludes2 note is listed.
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