ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for Y00
Assault by blunt object
Coding Notes & Guidelines for Y00
Excludes1: Not Coded Here
assault by strike by sports equipment (Y08.0-)
7th Character Guidance
The appropriate 7th character is to be added to code Y00
7th Character Definitions
- A: initial encounter
- D: subsequent encounter
- S: sequela
About ICD-10-CM Code Y00 (Assault by blunt object)
ICD-10-CM code Y00 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 Y00 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about Y00 - Assault by blunt object. 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 Assault by blunt object.