W46

Non-Billable

Contact with hypodermic needle

W46 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

  • W46.0Contact with hypodermic needle
    • W46.0XXAContact with hypodermic needle, initial encounter
    • W46.0XXDContact with hypodermic needle, subsequent encounter
    • W46.0XXSContact with hypodermic needle, sequela
  • W46.1Contact with contaminated hypodermic needle
    • W46.1XXSContact with contaminated hypodermic needle, sequela
    • W46.1XXAContact with contaminated hypodermic needle, initial encounter
    • W46.1XXDContact with contaminated hypodermic needle, subsequent encounter