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Y28.9XXA - Contact with unspecified sharp object, undetermined intent, initial encounter


The ICD 10 Code for Contact with unspecified sharp object, undetermined intent, initial encounter is listed as Y28.9XXA.
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: Y28.9XXA
Description: Contact with unspecified sharp object, undetermined intent, initial encounter
Chapter External causes of morbidity (V00-Y99)
Block Event of undetermined intent (Y21-Y33)
ICD-9-CM Diagnosis Codes General Equivalence Mappings (GEMS):
ICD 9 Dx Code: E986 - Injury by cutting and piercing instruments, undetermined whether accidentally or purposely inflicted (approximate)