Y22
Non-billableHandgun discharge, undetermined intent
Handgun discharge, undetermined intent
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
- Discharge of gun for single hand use, undetermined intent
- Discharge of pistol, undetermined intent
- Discharge of revolver, undetermined intent
7th Character Definitions
- A - initial encounter
- D - subsequent encounter
- S - sequela
Child Codes (3)
ICD-11 Equivalents(1)
ICD-11 Equivalents
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Also Known As / Clinical Terms(4)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ICD-10 code for handgun discharge, undetermined intent?
The ICD-10-CM code for handgun discharge, undetermined intent is Y22. The full clinical description is "Handgun discharge, undetermined intent". Y22 is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code for billing purposes.
What does ICD-10 code Y22 mean?
ICD-10-CM code Y22 represents “Handgun discharge, undetermined intent”. 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 Y22 a billable code?
No, Y22 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 Y22.
What chapter is Y22 in?
Y22 is in Chapter 21: External Causes of Morbidity (codes V00-Y99).
What are the subcategories under Y22?
Y22 has 3 child codes, including: Y22.XXXA (Handgun discharge, undetermined intent, initial encounter), Y22.XXXD (Handgun discharge, undetermined intent, subsequent encounter), Y22.XXXS (Handgun discharge, undetermined intent, sequela).
What are the UMLS CUIs for Y22?
Y22 is linked to 4 UMLS Concept Unique Identifiers: C2906100, C2906101, C2906102, C0480950. The UMLS (Unified Medical Language System) integrates multiple biomedical vocabularies maintained by the U.S. National Library of Medicine.
How does Y22 relate to ICF functioning codes?
ICF (International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health) codes describe how conditions like handgun discharge, undetermined intent 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 Y22?
Y22 maps to the ICD-11 code: PG70 (Struck by projectile from handgun of undetermined intent).
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