Y23.0XXA ICD-10-CM Code: Shotgun discharge, undetermined intent, initial encounter
A clear reference for the official code description, hierarchy, and related coding information from the FY 2027 U.S. release.
Code definition
Official description
Y23.0XXAShotgun discharge, undetermined intent, initial encounter
ICD-10-CM diagnosis code · United States clinical modification
Classification
Where Y23.0XXA sits
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Chapter 20
External causes of morbidity (V00-Y99)
- 2
Section
Event of undetermined intent (Y21-Y33)
- 3
Category Y23
Rifle, shotgun and larger firearm discharge, undetermined intent
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Subcategory Y23.0
Shotgun discharge, undetermined intent
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Code Y23.0XXA
Shotgun discharge, undetermined intent, initial encounter
Documentation details
Notes for this code
Inclusion terms
No inclusion terms are listed for Y23.0XXA.
Code first
No “code first” instruction is listed for Y23.0XXA.
Use additional code
No “use additional code” instruction is listed for Y23.0XXA.
Excludes1
Conditions that should not be reported together with this code.
No Excludes1 note is listed for Y23.0XXA.
Excludes2
Conditions not included here that may be reported separately when present.
No Excludes2 note is listed for Y23.0XXA.
Transparency
Source and release
This reference is generated from Vero’s ICD-10-CM description, hierarchy, and code-note dataset. The visible content and structured data share that source.
Review the CDC/NCHS ICD-10-CM sourceCode-specific guidance
Frequently asked questions
What does ICD-10-CM code Y23.0XXA mean?
Y23.0XXA is the FY 2027 U.S. ICD-10-CM code for “Shotgun discharge, undetermined intent, initial encounter.”
Is Y23.0XXA a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code?
Yes. In the FY 2027 reference data used on this page, Y23.0XXA has no child codes and is presented as a billable/specific code. Always confirm the active code set and payer requirements before use.
Where is Y23.0XXA located in ICD-10-CM?
Y23.0XXA is listed in Chapter 20, External causes of morbidity (V00-Y99), within Event of undetermined intent (Y21-Y33) (Y21–Y33), under category Y23, Rifle, shotgun and larger firearm discharge, undetermined intent and subcategory Y23.0, Shotgun discharge, undetermined intent.
What coding notes are listed for Y23.0XXA?
No inclusion terms are listed for Y23.0XXA in this reference record. No code-first instruction is listed. No Excludes1 note is listed. No Excludes2 note is listed.
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