2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code W23Caught, crushed, jammed or pinched in or between objects
W23 is a non-billable ICD-10-CM category code for caught, crushed, jammed or pinched in or between objects, so it cannot be submitted on claims. Use a more specific code from this category instead, such as W23.0XXA, W23.0XXD, W23.0XXS, and W23.1XXA.
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Code Classification
Specific Coding for Caught, crushed, jammed or pinched in or between objectsOverview
Non-specific codes like W23 require more characters. Use one of these billable codes instead:
Tabular List NotesGuidance
Coding notes and annotation back-references applicable to this code.
Type 1 Excludes
- injury caused by cutting or piercing instruments W25 W27
- injury caused by firearms malfunction W32.1 W33.1 W34.1
- injury caused by lifting and transmission devices W24
- injury caused by machinery W28 W31
- injury caused by nonpowered hand tools W27
- injury caused by transport vehicle being used as a means of transportation V01 V99
- injury caused by struck by thrown, projected or falling object W20
7th Character Note
- The appropriate 7th character is to be added to each code from category W23
7th Character
- A - initial encounter
- D - subsequent encounter
- S - sequela
A type 1 excludes note is a pure excludes note. It means "NOT CODED HERE!" An Excludes1 note indicates that the code excluded should never be used at the same time as the code above the Excludes1 note. An Excludes1 is used when two conditions cannot occur together, such as a congenital form versus an acquired form of the same condition.
Certain ICD-10-CM categories have applicable 7th characters. The applicable 7th character is required for all codes within the category, or as the notes in the Tabular List instruct. The 7th character must always be the 7th character in the data field. If a code that requires a 7th character is not 6 characters, a placeholder X must be used to fill in the empty characters.
Indicates that a seventh character is to be assigned to codes in a subcategory.
Code HistoryHistory
Questions About W23Overview
Is W23 (Caught, crushed, jammed or pinched in or between objects) a billable code?
No. This is a category header that groups the codes for caught, crushed, jammed or pinched in or between objects, and headers cannot be submitted on claims. Claims for caught, crushed, jammed or pinched in or between objects need a more specific code from this category, such as W23.0XXA, W23.0XXD, and W23.0XXS.
