X93
Non-billableAssault by handgun discharge
Assault by handgun discharge
This is a header/category code. For billing purposes, use a more specific child code from the list below.
Coding Notes
Inclusion Terms
Alternative clinical terms for this condition
- Assault by discharge of gun for single hand use
- Assault by discharge of pistol
- Assault by discharge of revolver
Includes
Conditions included under this code
- homicide
- injuries inflicted by another person with intent to injure or kill, by any means
Excludes 1
Codes that cannot be used together with this code (mutual exclusion)
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 X93?
ICD-10-CM code X93 represents "Assault by handgun discharge". It is a non-billable header code — use a more specific child code for billing purposes.
Is X93 a billable code?
No, X93 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 X93.
What chapter is X93 in?
X93 is in Chapter 21: External Causes of Morbidity (codes V00-Y99).
What codes cannot be used with X93?
X93 has Excludes1 notes indicating codes that cannot be used together with it, including: injuries due to legal intervention (Y35.-); injuries due to operations of war (Y36.-); injuries due to terrorism (Y38.-); and 1 more.
What are the subcategories under X93?
X93 has 3 child codes, including: X93.XXXA (Assault by handgun discharge, initial encounter), X93.XXXD (Assault by handgun discharge, subsequent encounter), X93.XXXS (Assault by handgun discharge, sequela).
What are the UMLS CUIs for X93?
X93 is linked to 4 UMLS Concept Unique Identifiers: C2905845, C2905846, C2905847, C0480598. The UMLS (Unified Medical Language System) integrates multiple biomedical vocabularies maintained by the U.S. National Library of Medicine.
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