W27.3

Billable

Contact with needle (sewing)

W27.3 is the ICD-10-CM code for Contact with needle (sewing). It is a billable, specific code valid for reimbursement.

Status
Billable
Chapter
V00-Y99
Parent
W27
Edition
FY2026

V00-Y99 External causes of morbidity

Excludes1 — not coded here

  • contact with hypodermic needle (W46.-)

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code W27.3?
W27.3 is the ICD-10-CM code for "Contact with needle (sewing)". It falls under V00-Y99 External causes of morbidity.
Is W27.3 a billable code?
Yes — W27.3 is a billable, specific ICD-10-CM code valid for reimbursement.
What is excluded from W27.3?
Excludes1 (not coded here): contact with hypodermic needle (W46.-).

Source: CMS ICD-10-CM FY2026. For informational purposes only — not medical advice. See our medical disclaimer.

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