Question 1

Is W60 a billable ICD-10 code?

Accepted Answer

Yes, W60 is a valid billable ICD-10-CM code for contact with nonvenomous plant thorns and spines and sharp leaves. It can be used for medical billing and reimbursement purposes.

Question 2

What does ICD-10 code W60 mean?

Accepted Answer

ICD-10-CM code W60 represents Contact with nonvenomous plant thorns and spines and sharp leaves. 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 W60 introduced?

Accepted Answer

Code W60 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 W60?

Accepted Answer

The parent category for W60 is section:W50-W64 (Exposure to animate mechanical forces (W50-W64)). This hierarchical classification helps organize related diagnoses for more accurate coding.

Question 5

What conditions are excluded from W60?

Accepted Answer

Code W60 has Type 1 Excludes (mutually exclusive conditions) including: Contact with venomous plants (T63.7-). These conditions cannot be coded together with W60 as they represent different diagnoses.

Question 6

Does W60 require a 7th character extension?

Accepted Answer

Yes, W60 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., W60XXA for initial encounter). The extension indicates whether this is an initial visit, follow-up, or treatment for a late effect.

W602026

Excludes12Not coded together

Notes1Additional information

Also Known As2Alternative terms

7th Character Extensions3Encounter type specifiers