ICD-10-CM Y24: Other and unspecified firearm discharge, undetermined intent

ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)

Official Description for Y24

Other and unspecified firearm discharge, undetermined intent

Coding Notes & Guidelines for Y24

Inclusion Terms
  • BB gun discharge, undetermined intent
  • Pellet gun discharge, undetermined intent
Inclusion Terms
  • Paintball gun discharge, undetermined intent
  • Very pistol [flare] discharge, undetermined intent
7th Character Guidance

The appropriate 7th character is to be added to each code from category Y24

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

Child Codes (More Specific Codes for Y24):

About ICD-10-CM Code Y24 (Other and unspecified firearm discharge)

ICD-10-CM code Y24 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 Y24 became effective on October 1, 2024.

This page provides detailed information about Y24 - Other and unspecified 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 Other and unspecified firearm discharge related to undetermined intent.