Y24.0XXS — Airgun discharge, undetermined intent, sequela
Is Y24.0XXS billable?
Yes — Y24.0XXS is billable for FY2027. Y24.0XXS is a valid, billable ICD-10-CM code at the highest level of specificity in its branch. Y24.0XXS may be submitted for encounters from October 1, 2026 through September 30, 2027.
Y24.0XXS at a glance
| Code | Y24.0XXS |
|---|---|
| Description | Airgun discharge, undetermined intent, sequela |
| Billable | Yes |
| Code set | ICD-10-CM FY2027 |
| Valid for encounters | October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027 |
| 7th character "S" | sequela |
What does the 7th character "S" mean in Y24.0XXS?
In Y24.0XXS, the 7th character S means sequela. The 7th character is required for Y24.0XXS to be a valid, complete code.
Same condition, different episode of care — switch the 7th character:
How is Y24.0XXS listed in the External Cause Index?
The External Cause of Injuries Index lists these routes under Y24.0, the nearest indexed parent of Y24.0XXS. This is a separate index from the Alphabetic Index and is where external cause codes are looked up.
- Discharge › airgun › stated as undetermined whether accidental or intentional (accidental)
- Undetermined intent › firearm discharge › airgun (contact) (exposure)
Inclusion terms
Alternative wording in documentation that is classified to Y24.0XXS.
- BB gun discharge, undetermined intent
- Pellet gun discharge, undetermined intent
How long has Y24.0XXS existed?
Y24.0XXS has been in ICD-10-CM since at least FY2016, the earliest fiscal year on record here.
Derived from the official order files for FY2016–FY2026. FY2017 and FY2020 publish no order file, so those years are not covered.