W33.10
Billable codeAccidental malfunction of unspecified larger firearm
The ICD-10 code for accidental malfunction of unspecified larger firearm is W33.10.
Clinical notes
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- Malfunction of unspecified larger firearm NOS
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- •This code describes an unspecified presentation. If the medical record documents a more specific detail (e.g. laterality, type, or affected site), a more specific sibling code should be used instead — see Related codes below.
- •As a general rule, code to the highest level of specificity supported by the documentation in the medical record.
Related codes in this category
- W33.11Accidental malfunction of shotgun
- W33.12Accidental malfunction of hunting rifle
- W33.13Accidental malfunction of machine gun
- W33.19Accidental malfunction of other larger firearm
- W33.10Accidental malfunction of unspecified larger firearm