Question 1

Is W93 a billable ICD-10 code?

Accepted Answer

No, W93 is not a billable code. It is a category code that requires additional specificity. You must select a more specific code from the subcategories for billing purposes.

Question 2

What does ICD-10 code W93 mean?

Accepted Answer

ICD-10-CM code W93 represents Exposure to excessive cold of man-made origin. This code is part of the International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision, Clinical Modification used for medical coding and billing in the United States.

Question 3

When was ICD-10 code W93 introduced?

Accepted Answer

Code W93 has been part of ICD-10-CM since 2016, when the coding system was mandated for use in the United States. This code was included in the original US implementation.

Question 4

What is the parent category for ICD-10 code W93?

Accepted Answer

The parent category for W93 is section:W85-W99 (Exposure to electric current, radiation and extreme ambient air temperature and pressure (W85-W99)). This hierarchical classification helps organize related diagnoses for more accurate coding.

Question 5

Does W93 require a 7th character extension?

Accepted Answer

Yes, W93 requires a 7th character to specify the encounter type. Available extensions include: A (initial encounter), D (subsequent encounter), S (sequela). Use "X" as a placeholder to fill empty positions before the 7th character (e.g., W93XXA for initial encounter). The extension indicates whether this is an initial visit, follow-up, or treatment for a late effect.

W932026

Excludes18Not coded together

Notes1Additional information

7th Character Extensions3Encounter type specifiers

Is W93 a billable ICD-10 code?

What does ICD-10 code W93 mean?

When was ICD-10 code W93 introduced?

What is the parent category for ICD-10 code W93?

Does W93 require a 7th character extension?