Y22

Non-billable

Handgun 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.

Status

Non-billable / Header

Block

Y21-Y33

Child Codes

3

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

Excludes 2

Conditions not included here, but the patient may have both

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 Y22?

ICD-10-CM code Y22 represents "Handgun discharge, undetermined intent". It 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.

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