Current
W26 — Contact with other sharp objects
Part of Chapter 20: External causes of morbidity , block Exposure to inanimate mechanical forces (W20-W49) .
Official Notes
Excludes2
sharp object(s) embedded in skin ( W45 .-)
7th Character
The appropriate 7th character is to be added to each code from category W26
7th Character
A - initial encounter
7th Character
D - subsequent encounter
7th Character
S - sequela
Child Codes
Referenced By
Official notes on these codes cite W26.
FY 2027 effective October 1, 2026 · CDC NCHS and CMS