W27
⚠ Non-billable
Contact with nonpowered hand tool
ICD-10-CM · FY2026 · External Causes of Morbidity
Code
W27
System
ICD-10-CM
Billable
No — use specific code
Effective
FY2026
Chapter
External Causes of Morbidity
Source
CMS / CDC NCHS
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Frequently asked questions
What is ICD-10 code W27?
ICD-10-CM code W27 represents Contact with nonpowered hand tool. It is a non-billable header code requiring a more specific subcategory in the External Causes of Morbidity chapter, effective October 1, 2025 – September 30, 2026.
Is W27 billable?
No. W27 is a non-billable header. Select a more specific subcategory for claims submission.
What chapter is W27 in?
W27 belongs to the External Causes of Morbidity chapter (V00–Y99) of ICD-10-CM.
Related codes in the W27 category
W27.0
Contact with workbench tool
Non-billable
W27.1
Contact with garden tool
Non-billable
W27.2
Contact with scissors
Non-billable
W27.3
Contact with needle (sewing)
Non-billable
W27.4
Contact with kitchen utensil
Non-billable
W27.5
Contact with paper-cutter
Non-billable
W27.8
Contact with other nonpowered hand tool
Non-billable
W27.0XXA
Contact with workbench tool, initial encounter
Billable
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