2025 ICD-10-CM code W93.01
(Active) Effective Date: N/A External causes of morbidity - Exposure to excessive cold of man-made origin 20 Feed
Contact with dry ice.
Yes, the 7th character acts as a modifier for encounter type.
Medical necessity is established by the presence of signs, symptoms, or injuries due to contact with dry ice. The documentation should clearly link the medical services provided to the need for treatment of the injury or condition.
The clinical responsibility for this code includes documenting the circumstances surrounding the contact with dry ice, the resulting injuries or adverse effects, and any treatment provided.
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- Accidents (V00-X58)Other external causes of accidental injury (W00-X58)Exposure to electric current, radiation and extreme ambient air temperature and pressure (W85-W99)
In simple words: Injury or other adverse effect due to contact with dry ice.
Contact with dry ice.
Example 1: A laboratory worker accidentally touches dry ice while handling a container, resulting in frostbite to their fingers., A child playing with dry ice sustains a burn after holding it in their hand for too long., A person transporting dry ice in their car develops respiratory symptoms due to inadequate ventilation.
Documentation should include the details of the contact with dry ice, including the duration and extent of exposure. The resulting injuries or adverse effects should be described, along with any diagnostic tests or treatments administered. If there are long-term effects, these should be documented as well.
** This code is specifically for contact with dry ice. For inhalation of dry ice, use W93.02. Remember to add the appropriate 7th character to indicate the encounter type.
- Payment Status: Active
- Specialties:Emergency Medicine, Occupational Medicine, Primary Care
- Place of Service:Office, Home, Inpatient Hospital, Outpatient Hospital, Emergency Room - Hospital, Independent Clinic, Place of Employment - Worksite, Other Place of Service