W45

Non-Billable

Foreign body or object entering through skin

W45 should not be used for reimbursement purposes as there are multiple sub-diagnoses that fall under this code. Please refer to the sub-diagnoses below.

Related Diagnoses

  • W45.0Nail entering through skin
    • W45.0XXANail entering through skin, initial encounter
    • W45.0XXDNail entering through skin, subsequent encounter
    • W45.0XXSNail entering through skin, sequela
  • W45.8Other foreign body or object entering through skin
    • W45.8XXAOther foreign body or object entering through skin, initial encounter
    • W45.8XXDOther foreign body or object entering through skin, subsequent encounter
    • W45.8XXSOther foreign body or object entering through skin, sequela