W35.XXXA – Explosion and rupture of boiler, initial encounter
ICD-10-CM 2027 diagnosis code · Exposure to inanimate mechanical forces
ICD-10-CM code
W35.XXXA
- Code
W35.XXXA(claims format:W35XXXA)- Description
- Explosion and rupture of boiler, initial encounter
- 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
- W35
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.
W35 – Explosion and rupture of boiler
Excludes1 (not coded here):
- explosion and rupture of boiler on watercraft (V93.4)
7th character note:
- The appropriate 7th character is to be added to code W35
Block W20-W49
Related codes in W35
Frequently asked questions
What is ICD-10 code W35.XXXA?
W35.XXXA is the ICD-10-CM code for explosion and rupture of boiler, initial encounter, in the block W20-W49 (Exposure to inanimate mechanical forces).
Is W35.XXXA a billable code?
Yes. W35.XXXA is a billable/specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.
What category does W35.XXXA belong to?
It belongs to category W35 – Explosion and rupture of boiler.
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.