Contact with sharp glass W25

The ICD10 code for the diagnosis "Contact with sharp glass" is "W25". W25 is NOT a 'valid' or 'billable' ICD10 code. Please select a more specific diagnosis below.

  • W25 should not be used for reimbursement purposes. Please select a more specific diagnosis below.
  • The 2019 edition of ICD-10-CM W25 became effective on October 1, 2018.
  • This is the American ICD-10-CM version of W25 - other international versions of ICD-10 W25 may differ.
Code First:
  • any associated:
  • injury due to flying glass from explosion or firearm discharge (W32-W40)
  • transport accident (V00-V99)
Type 1 Excludes:
  • fall on same level due to slipping, tripping and stumbling with subsequent striking against sharp glass (W01.10)
  • striking against sharp glass with subsequent fall (W18.02)
Type 2 Excludes:
  • glass embedded in skin (W45)

Codes: = Billable

Reimbursement claims with a date of service on or after October 1, 2015 require the use of ICD-10-CM codes.