W51.XXXD – Accidental striking against or bumped into by another person, subsequent encounter
ICD-10-CM 2027 diagnosis code · Exposure to animate mechanical forces
- Code
W51.XXXD(claims format:W51XXXD)- Description
- Accidental striking against or bumped into by another person, subsequent encounter
- Short description
- Accidental strike or bumped into by another person, subs
- 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
- W50-W64 Exposure to animate mechanical forces
- Parent codes
- W51
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.
W51 – Accidental striking against or bumped into by another person
- The appropriate 7th character is to be added to code W51
Block W50-W64
- Toxic effect of contact with venomous animals and plants (T63.-)
Related codes in W51
Frequently asked questions
What is ICD-10 code W51.XXXD?
W51.XXXD is the ICD-10-CM code for accidental striking against or bumped into by another person, subsequent encounter, in the block W50-W64 (Exposure to animate mechanical forces).
Is W51.XXXD a billable code?
Yes. W51.XXXD is a billable/specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.
What category does W51.XXXD belong to?
It belongs to category W51 – Accidental striking against or bumped into by another person.
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.