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)
- assault (X92-Y09)
- contact or collision with animals or persons (W50-W64)
- exposure to inanimate mechanical forces involving military or war operations (Y36.-, Y37.-)
- intentional self-harm (X71-X83)
- injury caused by cutting or piercing instruments (W25-W27)
- injury caused by firearms malfunction (W32.1, W33.1-, W34.1-)
- injury caused by lifting and transmission devices (W24.-)
- injury caused by machinery (W28-W31)
- injury caused by nonpowered hand tools (W27.-)
- injury caused by transport vehicle being used as a means of transportation (V01-V99)
- injury caused by struck by thrown, projected or falling object (W20.-)
7th Character Definitions
- A - initial encounter
- D - subsequent encounter
- S - sequela
Child Codes (3)
Also Known As / Clinical Terms
Frequently Asked Questions
What is ICD-10 code W23?
ICD-10-CM code W23 represents "Caught, crushed, jammed or pinched in or between objects". It 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.
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