Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
ICD-10-CM Y23 is the diagnosis code for Rifle, shotgun and larger firearm discharge, undetermined intent. This code falls under the section "Event of undetermined intent" within Chapter 20 â External causes of morbidity (V00-Y99). It is a non-billable/non-specific ICD-10-CM code that should not be used for reimbursement. A more specific sub-code is required for billing. Medical coders and healthcare providers use this code to document and classify diagnoses in electronic health records, insurance claims, and clinical databases.
The following conditions are not included in Y23. If the patient has both, code each condition separately:
Understanding where Y23 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:
No, Y23 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.
Y23 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Rifle, shotgun and larger firearm discharge, undetermined intent". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.
Y23 is located in Section Y21-Y33 â "Event of undetermined intent" within Chapter 20 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.
Y23 has 6 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: Y23.0, Y23.1, Y23.2, Y23.3, Y23.8 and more.
Use Y23 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Rifle, shotgun and larger firearm discharge, undetermined intent" and the clinical documentation supports this level of specificity. Always verify with the latest ICD-10-CM guidelines and payer requirements.
The ICD-10-CM code for Rifle, shotgun and larger firearm discharge, undetermined intent is Y23.
No, Y23 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.
Y23 is in Chapter 20 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.
Yes, Y23 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.