ICD-10-CM Y23: Rifle, shotgun and larger firearm discharge, undetermined intent

ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)

Official Description for Y23

Rifle, shotgun and larger firearm discharge, undetermined intent

Coding Notes & Guidelines for Y23

Excludes2: Not Included Here

airgun (Y24.0)

7th Character Guidance

The appropriate 7th character is to be added to each code from category Y23

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

Child Codes (More Specific Codes for Y23):

Y23.0 - Shotgun discharge, undetermined intent Y23.1 - Hunting rifle discharge, undetermined intent Y23.2 - Military firearm discharge, undetermined intent Y23.3 - Machine gun discharge, undetermined intent Y23.8 - Other larger firearm discharge, undetermined intent Y23.9 - Unspecified larger firearm discharge, undetermined intent

About ICD-10-CM Code Y23 (Rifle)

ICD-10-CM code Y23 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 Y23 became effective on October 1, 2024.

This page provides detailed information about Y23 - Rifle, shotgun and larger firearm discharge, undetermined intent. 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 Rifle related to shotgun and larger firearm discharge, undetermined intent.