X99.9⚠ Requires 7th Character

Assault by unspecified sharp object

⚠ 7th Character Required

The appropriate 7th character is to be added to each code from category X99

This code is not valid for billing without a 7th character. Append one of the following to X99.9:

Ainitial encounterX99.9XXADsubsequent encounterX99.9XXDSsequelaX99.9XXS

Sub-codes of X99.9(3)

X99.9 is a non-billable header. Select a sub-code to bill.

X99.9AAssault by unspecified sharp object, initial encounter✓ BillableX99.9DAssault by unspecified sharp object, subsequent encounter✓ BillableX99.9SAssault by unspecified sharp object, sequela✓ Billable

Inclusion Terms

Also Indexed As(ICD-10-CM Alphabetic Index)

These clinical terms, synonyms, and manifestations all map to X99.9 in the official ICD-10-CM Alphabetic Index.

Assault (homicidal) (by) (in), cutting or piercing instrumentBeheading (by guillotine), homicideDecapitation (accidental circumstances) NEC, homicide

Code Hierarchy

┌20External causes of morbidity (V00-Y99)├X92-Y09Assault (X92-Y09)├X99Assault by sharp object
└X99.9Assault by unspecified sharp object

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