Y22A is the authoritative medical code for Handgun discharge, undetermined intent, initial encounter. This classification is used in medical billing and clinical recording to specify the clinical criteria for handgun discharge, undetermined intent, initial encounter (ICD-10-CM Y22A), ensuring healthcare documentation aligns with 2026 federal coding standards.
Billing Status: YES. This is a valid, specific, and billable ICD-10-CM reference.
Official Registry Overview & Definition
Handgun discharge, undetermined intent, initial encounter is a billable ICD-10-CM diagnosis code Y22A. Inclusion terms: Discharge of gun for single hand use, undetermined intent; Discharge of pistol, undetermined intent; Discharge of revolver, undetermined intent. Excludes2 (not included here): very pistol Y24.8. 7th character: The appropriate 7th character is to be added to code Y22.
Official Tabular Instructional Notes
Sequencing, inclusion, and exclusion notes published for Y22A in the official ICD-10-CM tabular list.
Inclusion Terms
Alternative terms the tabular list files under this code.
- Discharge of gun for single hand use, undetermined intent
- Discharge of pistol, undetermined intent
- Discharge of revolver, undetermined intent
Excludes2 — Not Included Here
Conditions not covered by this code, but which may be reported alongside it when both are present.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) & Clinical Guidance
Does Y22A require a 7th character?
Yes. The appropriate 7th character is to be added to code Y22.
Can Y22A be reported alongside related conditions?
Per Excludes2 instructions, Y22A and the following may both be reported when both are present: very pistol (Y24.8).
What conditions are included under Y22A?
Handgun discharge, undetermined intent, initial encounter includes: Discharge of gun for single hand use, undetermined intent; Discharge of pistol, undetermined intent; Discharge of revolver, undetermined intent.
Codes in This Family (6)
Official ICD-10-CM classifications in the same code family as Y22A, with their registry titles.
- Y22 — Handgun discharge, undetermined intent
- Y22.XXXA — Handgun discharge, undetermined intent, initial encounter
- Y22.XXXD — Handgun discharge, undetermined intent, subsequent encounter
- Y22.XXXS — Handgun discharge, undetermined intent, sequela
- Y22D — Handgun discharge, undetermined intent, subsequent encounter
- Y22S — Handgun discharge, undetermined intent, sequela
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