W44
⚠ Non-billable
Foreign body entering into or through a natural orifice
ICD-10-CM · FY2026 · External Causes of Morbidity
Code
W44
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 W44?
ICD-10-CM code W44 represents Foreign body entering into or through a natural orifice. 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 W44 billable?
No. W44 is a non-billable header. Select a more specific subcategory for claims submission.
What chapter is W44 in?
W44 belongs to the External Causes of Morbidity chapter (V00–Y99) of ICD-10-CM.
Related codes in the W44 category
W44.A
Battery entering into or through a natural orifice
Non-billable
W44.B
Plastic entering into or through a natural orifice
Non-billable
W44.C
Glass entering into or through a natural orifice
Non-billable
W44.D
Magnetic metal entering into or through a natural orifice
Non-billable
W44.E
Non-magnetic metal entering into or through a natural orifice
Non-billable
W44.F
Objects of natural or organic material entering into or through a natural orifice
Non-billable
W44.G
Other non-organic objects entering into or through a natural orifice
Non-billable
W44.H
Other sharp object entering into or through a natural orifice
Non-billable
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