Y35.049
Billable

Legal intervention involving injury by rubber bullet, unspecified person injured

Billable / Specific Code

What is Legal intervention involving injury by rubber bullet, unspecified person injured?

ICD-10-CM Y35.049 is the diagnosis code for Legal intervention involving injury by rubber bullet, unspecified person injured. This code falls under the section "Legal intervention, operations of war, military operations, and terrorism" within Chapter 20 — External causes of morbidity (V00-Y99). It is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. Medical coders and healthcare providers use this code to document and classify diagnoses in electronic health records, insurance claims, and clinical databases.

Coding Guidelines for Y35.049

Always refer to the official ICD-10-CM Tabular List for complete coding guidelines. Ensure documentation supports the specificity of the code selected. When in doubt, consult a certified medical coder or the latest CMS guidelines.

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where Y35.049 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Current CodeY35.049 — Legal intervention involving injury by rubber bullet, unspecified person injured
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Y35.049 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, Y35.049 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does Y35.049 mean?

Y35.049 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Legal intervention involving injury by rubber bullet, unspecified person injured". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of Y35.049?

The parent code of Y35.049 is Y35.04 ("Legal intervention involving injury by rubber bullet"). Y35.049 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is Y35.049 in?

Y35.049 is located in Section Y35-Y38 — "Legal intervention, operations of war, military operations, and terrorism" within Chapter 20 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use Y35.049?

Use Y35.049 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Legal intervention involving injury by rubber bullet, unspecified person injured" and the clinical documentation supports this level of specificity. Always verify with the latest ICD-10-CM guidelines and payer requirements.

People Also Ask

What is the ICD-10 code for Legal intervention involving injury by rubber bullet, unspecified person injured?

The ICD-10-CM code for Legal intervention involving injury by rubber bullet, unspecified person injured is Y35.049.

Can Y35.049 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, Y35.049 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is Y35.049 in?

Y35.049 is in Chapter 20 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is Y35.049 valid for 2026?

Yes, Y35.049 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.

See Also

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Code Details
Y35.049
Legal intervention involving injury by rubber bullet, unspecified person injured
Billable / Specific Code
20 — External causes of morbidity (V00-Y99)
Y35-Y38 — Legal intervention, operations of war, military operations, and terrorism
2026 ICD-10-CM