W23
Non-billableCaught, crushed, jammed or pinched in or between objects
Caught, crushed, jammed or pinched in or between objects
This is a header/category code. For billing purposes, use a more specific child code from the list below.
Coding Notes
Excludes 1
Codes that cannot be used together with this code (mutual exclusion)
- •assaultX92-Y09
- •contact or collision with animals or personsW50-W64
- •exposure to inanimate mechanical forces involving military or war operations,Y36, Y37
- •intentional self-harmX71-X83
- •injury caused by cutting or piercing instrumentsW25-W27
- •injury caused by firearms malfunction, ,W32.1, W33.1, W34.1
- •injury caused by lifting and transmission devicesW24
- •injury caused by machineryW28-W31
- •injury caused by nonpowered hand toolsW27
- •injury caused by transport vehicle being used as a means of transportationV01-V99
- •injury caused by struck by thrown, projected or falling objectW20
7th Character Definitions
- A - initial encounter
- D - subsequent encounter
- S - sequela
Child Codes (3)
ICD-11 Equivalents(1)
ICD-11 Equivalents
View full mappingCorresponding ICD-11 codes from the WHO crosswalk mapping
Also Known As / Clinical Terms(1)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ICD-10 code for caught, crushed, jammed or pinched in or between objects?
The ICD-10-CM code for caught, crushed, jammed or pinched in or between objects is W23. The full clinical description is "Caught, crushed, jammed or pinched in or between objects". W23 is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code for billing purposes.
What does ICD-10 code W23 mean?
ICD-10-CM code W23 represents “Caught, crushed, jammed or pinched in or between objects”. It is classified under Chapter 21: External Causes of Morbidity and is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code for billing purposes.
Is W23 a billable code?
No, W23 is a non-billable header code. You need to use one of its more specific child codes for billing. There are 3 child codes under W23.
What chapter is W23 in?
W23 is in Chapter 21: External Causes of Morbidity (codes V00-Y99).
What codes cannot be used with W23?
W23 has Excludes1 notes indicating codes that cannot be used together with it, including: assault (X92-Y09); contact or collision with animals or persons (W50-W64); exposure to inanimate mechanical forces involving military or war operations (Y36.-, Y37.-); and 8 more.
What are the subcategories under W23?
W23 has 3 child codes, including: W23.0 (Caught, crushed, jammed, or pinched between moving objects), W23.1 (Caught, crushed, jammed, or pinched betw stationary objects), W23.2 (Caught, crush, jammed or pinch betw a moving and statnry obj).
What are the UMLS CUIs for W23?
W23 is linked to 1 UMLS Concept Unique Identifier: C0478933. The UMLS (Unified Medical Language System) integrates multiple biomedical vocabularies maintained by the U.S. National Library of Medicine.
How does W23 relate to ICF functioning codes?
ICF (International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health) codes describe how conditions like caught, crushed, jammed or pinched in or between objects affect a person's functioning — body functions, activities, participation, and environmental factors. AutoICD provides ICF Core Sets for 12+ conditions and can map clinical text to ICF categories automatically. Browse the ICF directory to explore functioning codes.
What is the ICD-11 equivalent of W23?
W23 maps to the ICD-11 code: PA85 (Unintentionally caught, crushed, jammed or pinched between objects).
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