ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for Y08
Assault by other specified means
Coding Notes & Guidelines for Y08
7th Character Guidance
The appropriate 7th character is to be added to each code from category Y08
7th Character Definitions
- A: initial encounter
- D: subsequent encounter
- S: sequela
Child Codes (More Specific Codes for Y08):
Y08.0 - Assault by strike by sport equipment
Y08.01 - Assault by strike by hockey stick
Y08.02 - Assault by strike by baseball bat
Y08.09 - Assault by strike by other specified type of sport equipment
Y08.8 - Assault by other specified means
Y08.81 - Assault by crashing of aircraft
Y08.89 - Assault by other specified means
About ICD-10-CM Code Y08 (Assault by other specified means)
ICD-10-CM code Y08 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 Y08 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about Y08 - Assault by other specified means. 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 other specified means.