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W22 - Striking against or struck by other objects


The ICD 10 Code for Striking against or struck by other objects is listed as W22.
Additional information concerning this code and description can be found below including ICD 9 crosswalks / GEMS, chapter information, and DRGs where available.

ICD 10 CM Field Value
Diagnosis Code: W22
Description: Striking against or struck by other objects
  • Excludes1: striking against or struck by object with subsequent fall (W18.09)
  • The appropriate 7th character is to be added to each code from category W22
  • A - initial encounter
  • D - subsequent encounter
  • S - sequela
Chapter External causes of morbidity (V00-Y99)
ICD-10-CM Children (deeper level / typically more specific) of W22:
W22.0 - Striking against stationary object
W22.1 - Striking against or struck by automobile airbag
W22.8 - Striking against or struck by other objects