Activity, sewing

This code indicates that the patient's injury or condition occurred while they were engaged in the activity of sewing. It specifies the external cause of morbidity as related to the act of using a needle, thread, or sewing machine.

Assign this code when documentation clearly states that sewing was the activity being performed at the time of an injury. This is commonly used for lacerations, puncture wounds, or repetitive strain injuries directly attributable to sewing tasks.

• Always use in conjunction with an external cause of injury code (e.g., W25.XXXA for contact with a sharp object).
• Ensure the medical record explicitly links the injury to the act of sewing.
• Do not use for injuries sustained from general craft activities if sewing is not specifically mentioned.