X50.9XXD — Other and unspecified overexertion or strenuous movements or postures, subsequent encounter
Is X50.9XXD billable?
Yes, but X50.9XXD is an unspecified code. X50.9XXD is a valid, billable ICD-10-CM code for encounters from October 1, 2026 through September 30, 2027. However, X50.9XXD is an unspecified or catch-all code. Payers apply additional scrutiny to unspecified codes and many deny them when the medical record supports a more specific option, so check the documentation before selecting X50.9XXD — the more specific alternatives are listed below.
X50.9XXD at a glance
| Code | X50.9XXD |
|---|---|
| Description | Other and unspecified overexertion or strenuous movements or postures, subsequent encounter |
| Billable | Yes |
| Code set | ICD-10-CM FY2027 |
| Valid for encounters | October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027 |
| 7th character "D" | subsequent encounter |
What does the 7th character "D" mean in X50.9XXD?
In X50.9XXD, the 7th character D means subsequent encounter. The 7th character is required for X50.9XXD to be a valid, complete code.
Same condition, different episode of care — switch the 7th character:
How is X50.9XXD listed in the External Cause Index?
The External Cause of Injuries Index lists these routes under X50.9, the nearest indexed parent of X50.9XXD. This is a separate index from the Alphabetic Index and is where external cause codes are looked up.
- Overexertion
- Pulling, excessive
- Straining, excessive
- Strenuous movements
- Contact › pressure (accidental)
- Contact › stress (accidental)
- Exhaustion › due to excessive exertion
- Pushed, pushing › overexertion (accidental) (injury in)
Inclusion terms
Alternative wording in documentation that is classified to X50.9XXD.
- Contact pressure
- Contact stress
How long has X50.9XXD existed?
X50.9XXD first appears in FY2018 (FY2017 is not available, so it may have appeared then).
Derived from the official order files for FY2016–FY2026. FY2017 and FY2020 publish no order file, so those years are not covered.