Y28

Non-billable

Contact with sharp object, undetermined intent

Contact with sharp object, 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

5

Coding Notes

7th Character Definitions

  • A - initial encounter
  • D - subsequent encounter
  • S - sequela

Child Codes (5)

Also Known As / Clinical Terms

Frequently Asked Questions

What is ICD-10 code Y28?

ICD-10-CM code Y28 represents "Contact with sharp object, undetermined intent". It is a non-billable header code — use a more specific child code for billing purposes.

Is Y28 a billable code?

No, Y28 is a non-billable header code. You need to use one of its more specific child codes for billing. There are 5 child codes under Y28.

What chapter is Y28 in?

Y28 is in Chapter 21: External Causes of Morbidity (codes V00-Y99).

What are the subcategories under Y28?

Y28 has 5 child codes, including: Y28.0 (Contact with sharp glass, undetermined intent), Y28.1 (Contact with knife, undetermined intent), Y28.2 (Contact with sword or dagger, undetermined intent), Y28.8 (Contact with other sharp object, undetermined intent), and 1 more.

What are the UMLS CUIs for Y28?

Y28 is linked to 1 UMLS Concept Unique Identifier: C0481016. The UMLS (Unified Medical Language System) integrates multiple biomedical vocabularies maintained by the U.S. National Library of Medicine.

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