W85 ICD-10-CM Code: Exposure to electric transmission lines
A clear reference for the official code description, hierarchy, and related coding information from the FY 2027 U.S. release.
Code definition
Official description
W85Exposure to electric transmission lines
ICD-10-CM diagnosis code · United States clinical modification
Classification
Where W85 sits
- 1
Chapter 20
External causes of morbidity (V00-Y99)
- 2
Section
Accidents (V00-X58)
- 3
Category W85
Exposure to electric transmission lines
- 4
Code W85
Exposure to electric transmission lines
More specific choices
Codes under W85
W85 is a non-billable category. Choose the child code that best matches the documented diagnosis.
Documentation details
Notes for this code
Inclusion terms
- Broken power line
Code first
No “code first” instruction is listed for W85.
Use additional code
No “use additional code” instruction is listed for W85.
Excludes1
Conditions that should not be reported together with this code.
No Excludes1 note is listed for W85.
Excludes2
Conditions not included here that may be reported separately when present.
No Excludes2 note is listed for W85.
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 W85 mean?
W85 is the FY 2027 U.S. ICD-10-CM code for “Exposure to electric transmission lines.”
Is W85 a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code?
No. W85 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 W85 located in ICD-10-CM?
W85 is listed in Chapter 20, External causes of morbidity (V00-Y99), within Accidents (V00-X58) (V00–X58), under category W85, Exposure to electric transmission lines.
What coding notes are listed for W85?
Its listed inclusion terms are Broken power line. No code-first instruction is listed. No Excludes1 note is listed. No Excludes2 note is listed.
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