W21.211
⚠ Non-billable (Header)Struck by field hockey stick
External causes of morbidity (V00-Y99)
⚠️ This is a category header code — not billable. Use a more specific child code below.
❌ Excludes1
inheritedRules inherited from parent codes in the hierarchy.
- • assault with sports equipment (Y08.0-)
- • striking against or struck by sports equipment with subsequent fall (W18.01)
Child Codes (3)
Clinical Description
ICD-10-CM code W21.211 represents struck by field hockey stick. This code falls under the External causes of morbidity (V00-Y99) classification. It is a non-billable category header code. A more specific child code from the list below must be used for billing and reimbursement purposes.
This is a 7-character code at the 6th level of specificity. There are 3 more specific child codes under W21.211. Coders should note that W21.211 has 2 Excludes1 restriction(s) — codes that cannot be reported together on the same claim.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is ICD-10 code W21.211?
ICD-10-CM code W21.211 is "Struck by field hockey stick". It belongs to the category: External causes of morbidity (V00-Y99).
Is W21.211 a billable ICD-10 code?
No, W21.211 is a non-billable header code. A more specific child code must be used for billing.
What codes are excluded with W21.211?
W21.211 has 2 Excludes1 rule(s). These codes are mutually exclusive and cannot be coded together on the same claim.
Related Codes in W21.21
Other codes in the same category that may be relevant for differential coding:
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Data Source
CMS ICD-10-CM 2026 Tabular List
Updated October 1, 2025 (FY2026)