W89 ICD-10-CM Code: Exposure to man-made visible and ultraviolet light
A clear reference for the official code description, hierarchy, and related coding information from the FY 2027 U.S. release.
Code definition
Official description
W89Exposure to man-made visible and ultraviolet light
ICD-10-CM diagnosis code · United States clinical modification
Classification
Where W89 sits
- 1
Chapter 20
External causes of morbidity (V00-Y99)
- 2
Section
Accidents (V00-X58)
- 3
Category W89
Exposure to man-made visible and ultraviolet light
- 4
Code W89
Exposure to man-made visible and ultraviolet light
More specific choices
Codes under W89
W89 is a non-billable category. Choose the child code that best matches the documented diagnosis.
Documentation details
Notes for this code
Inclusion terms
No inclusion terms are listed for W89.
Code first
No “code first” instruction is listed for W89.
Use additional code
No “use additional code” instruction is listed for W89.
Excludes1
Conditions that should not be reported together with this code.
No Excludes1 note is listed for W89.
Excludes2
Conditions not included here that may be reported separately when present.
- exposure to sunlight (X32)
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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 W89 mean?
W89 is the FY 2027 U.S. ICD-10-CM code for “Exposure to man-made visible and ultraviolet light.”
Is W89 a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code?
No. W89 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 W89 located in ICD-10-CM?
W89 is listed in Chapter 20, External causes of morbidity (V00-Y99), within Accidents (V00-X58) (V00–X58), under category W89, Exposure to man-made visible and ultraviolet light.
What coding notes are listed for W89?
No inclusion terms are listed for W89 in this reference record. No code-first instruction is listed. No Excludes1 note is listed. Excludes2 notes: exposure to sunlight (X32).
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