ICD-10-CM W23: Caught, crushed, jammed or pinched in or between objects

ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)

Official Description for W23

Caught, crushed, jammed or pinched in or between objects

Coding Notes & Guidelines for W23

Excludes1: Not Coded Here
  • injury caused by cutting or piercing instruments (W25-W27)
  • injury caused by firearms malfunction (W32.1, W33.1-, W34.1-)
  • injury caused by lifting and transmission devices (W24.-)
  • injury caused by machinery (W28-W31)
  • injury caused by nonpowered hand tools (W27.-)
  • injury caused by transport vehicle being used as a means of transportation (V01-V99)
  • injury caused by struck by thrown, projected or falling object (W20.-)
7th Character Guidance

The appropriate 7th character is to be added to each code from category W23

7th Character Definitions
  • A: initial encounter
  • D: subsequent encounter
  • S: sequela

Child Codes (More Specific Codes for W23):

W23.0 - Caught, crushed, jammed, or pinched between moving objects W23.1 - Caught, crushed, jammed, or pinched between stationary objects W23.2 - Caught, crushed, jammed or pinched between a moving and stationary object

About ICD-10-CM Code W23 (Caught)

ICD-10-CM code W23 is a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. The 2025 edition of ICD-10-CM W23 became effective on October 1, 2024.

This page provides detailed information about W23 - Caught, crushed, jammed or pinched in or between objects. It includes common terminology, coding guidelines such as "Includes," "Excludes1," and "Excludes2" notes, and information on required 7th characters. Utilizing this information correctly is essential for accurate medical coding and claims submission for conditions like Caught related to crushed, jammed or pinched in or between objects.