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2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code W44.H9

Other sharp object entering into or through a natural orifice

ICD-10-CM Code:
W44.H9
ICD-10 Code for:
Other sharp object entering via natural orifice
Is Billable?
Not Valid for Submission
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W44.H9 is a non-specific and non-billable diagnosis code code, consider using a code with a higher level of specificity for a diagnosis of other sharp object entering into or through a natural orifice. The code is not specific and is NOT valid for the year 2026 for the submission of HIPAA-covered transactions. Category or Header define the heading of a category of codes that may be further subdivided by the use of 4th, 5th, 6th or 7th characters.

Specific Coding Applicable to Other sharp object entering via natural orifice

Non-specific codes like W44.H9 require more digits to indicate the appropriate level of specificity. Consider using any of the following ICD-10-CM codes with a higher level of specificity when coding for other sharp object entering via natural orifice:

  • Use W44.H9XA for initial encounter - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use W44.H9XD for subsequent encounter - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use W44.H9XS for sequela - BILLABLE CODE

Code Classification

  • External causes of morbidity and mortality
    V01–Y99
    • Exposure to inanimate mechanical forces
      W20-W49
      • Foreign body entering into or through a natural orifice
        W44

Tabular List of Diseases and Injuries

The following annotation back-references are applicable to this diagnosis code. The Tabular List of Diseases and Injuries is a list of ICD-10-CM codes, organized "head to toe" into chapters and sections with coding notes and guidance for inclusions, exclusions, descriptions and more.


Inclusion Terms

Inclusion Terms
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  • Shard pottery entering into or through a natural orifice

Code History

  • FY 2026 - No Change, effective from 10/1/2025 through 9/30/2026