W25
Contact with sharp glass
Non-billableCategory
7th Character Required
The appropriate 7th character is to be added to code W25
A - initial encounter
D - subsequent encounter
S - sequela
Coding Guidelines
Excludes1 (Mutually Exclusive)
These codes should never be used together with W25
- fall on same level due to slipping, tripping and stumbling with subsequent striking against sharp glass (W01.110-)
- striking against sharp glass with subsequent fall (W18.02-)
Excludes2 (Not Included Here)
These conditions are not part of this code but may be reported additionally if documented
- glass embedded in skin (W45.-)
Code First
- any associated:
- injury due to flying glass from explosion or firearm discharge (W32-W40)
- transport accident (V00-V99)
