W24.0XXS – Contact with lifting devices, not elsewhere classified, sequela

ICD-10-CM 2027 diagnosis code · Exposure to inanimate mechanical forces

Billable code

ICD-10-CM code W24.0XXS

Code: W24.0XXS (claims format: W240XXS)
Description: Contact with lifting devices, not elsewhere classified, sequela
Short description: Contact w lifting devices, not elsewhere classified, sequela
Billable: Yes – valid for HIPAA-covered transactions
Valid for: Dates of service October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027 (FY2027)
Chapter: 20. External causes of morbidity (V00-Y99)
Block: W20-W49 Exposure to inanimate mechanical forces
Parent codes: W24 › W24.0

7th character values

Codes in this category need a 7th character to describe the encounter or episode of care.

Character	Meaning
`A`	initial encounter
`D`	subsequent encounter
`S`	sequela

Notes inherited from parent codes

Instructional notes at a category or block level apply to every code below it.

W24 – Contact with lifting and transmission devices, not elsewhere classified

Excludes1 (not coded here):

transport accidents (V01-V99)

7th character note:

The appropriate 7th character is to be added to each code from category W24

W24.0 – Contact with lifting devices, not elsewhere classified

Applicable to:

Contact with chain hoist
Contact with drive belt
Contact with pulley (block)

Block W20-W49

Excludes1 (not coded here):

assault (X92-Y09)
contact or collision with animals or persons (W50-W64)
exposure to inanimate mechanical forces involving military or war operations (Y36.-, Y37.-)
intentional self-harm (X71-X83)

Related codes in W24.0

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code W24.0XXS?

W24.0XXS is the ICD-10-CM code for contact with lifting devices, not elsewhere classified, sequela, in the block W20-W49 (Exposure to inanimate mechanical forces).

Is W24.0XXS a billable code?

Yes. W24.0XXS is a billable/specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What category does W24.0XXS belong to?

It belongs to category W24 – Contact with lifting and transmission devices, not elsewhere classified.

Source: CDC/NCHS ICD-10-CM FY2027 code files, tabular list and index. Reference only – code assignment must follow the official ICD-10-CM guidelines and documentation in the medical record.