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Y08 - Assault by other specified means


The ICD 10 Code for Assault by other specified means is listed as Y08.
Additional information concerning this code and description can be found below including ICD 9 crosswalks / GEMS, chapter information, and DRGs where available.

ICD 10 CM Field Value
Diagnosis Code: Y08
Description: Assault by other specified means
  • The appropriate 7th character is to be added to each code from category Y08
  • A - initial encounter
  • D - subsequent encounter
  • S - sequela
Chapter External causes of morbidity (V00-Y99)
ICD-10-CM Children (deeper level / typically more specific) of Y08:
Y08.0 - Assault by strike by sport equipment
Y08.8 - Assault by other specified means