W94.2

Non-Billable

Exposure to rapid changes in air pressure during ascent

W94.2 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

  • W94.21Exposure to reduction in atmospheric pressure while surfacing from deep-water diving
    • W94.21XAExposure to reduction in atmospheric pressure while surfacing from deep-water diving, initial encounter
    • W94.21XDExposure to reduction in atmospheric pressure while surfacing from deep-water diving, subsequent encounter
    • W94.21XSExposure to reduction in atmospheric pressure while surfacing from deep-water diving, sequela
  • W94.22Exposure to reduction in atmospheric pressure while surfacing from underground
    • W94.22XAExposure to reduction in atmospheric pressure while surfacing from underground, initial encounter
    • W94.22XDExposure to reduction in atmospheric pressure while surfacing from underground, subsequent encounter
    • W94.22XSExposure to reduction in atmospheric pressure while surfacing from underground, sequela
  • W94.23Exposure to sudden change in air pressure in aircraft during ascent
    • W94.23XAExposure to sudden change in air pressure in aircraft during ascent, initial encounter
    • W94.23XDExposure to sudden change in air pressure in aircraft during ascent, subsequent encounter
    • W94.23XSExposure to sudden change in air pressure in aircraft during ascent, sequela
  • W94.29Exposure to other rapid changes in air pressure during ascent
    • W94.29XAExposure to other rapid changes in air pressure during ascent, initial encounter
    • W94.29XDExposure to other rapid changes in air pressure during ascent, subsequent encounter
    • W94.29XSExposure to other rapid changes in air pressure during ascent, sequela