2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code Y07Perpetrator of assault, maltreatment and neglect

ICD-10-CM Codes›V01–Y99›X92-Y09›Y07

ICD-10-CM Y07
CMSSource: CMS FY 2026 ICD-10-CM dataset · Effective Oct 1, 2025 – Sep 30, 2026

Y07 is a non-billable ICD-10-CM category code for perpetrator of assault, maltreatment and neglect, so it cannot be submitted on claims. Use a more specific code from this category instead, such as Y07.010, Y07.011, Y07.020, and Y07.021.

Code Identity

ICD-10-CM Code
Y07
Billable Status
No — Non-Billable Category
Code Describes
Perpetrator of assault, maltreatment and neglect
Chapter
X92-Y09
Assault

Code Classification

ChapterV01–Y99External causes of morbidity and mortality
SectionX92-Y09Assault
CategoryY07Perpetrator of assault, maltreatment and neglect
This CodeY07Perpetrator of assault, maltreatment and neglect

Specific Coding for Perpetrator of assault, maltreatment and neglectOverview

Non-specific codes like Y07 require more characters. Use one of these billable codes instead:

  • Y07.0 for Spouse or partner, perpetrator of maltreatment and neglect

  • Y07.01 for Husband, perpetrator of maltreatment and neglect

  • Y07.02 for Wife, perpetrator of maltreatment and neglect

  • Y07.03 for Male partner, perpetrator of maltreatment and neglect

  • Y07.04 for Female partner, perpetrator of maltreatment and neglect

  • Y07.05 for Non-binary partner, perpetrator of maltreatment and neglect

  • Y07.1 for Parent (adoptive) (biological), perpetrator of maltreatment and neglect

  • Use Y07.11 for Biological father, perpetrator of maltreatment and neglect

  • Use Y07.12 for Biological mother, perpetrator of maltreatment and neglect

  • Use Y07.13 for Adoptive father, perpetrator of maltreatment and neglect

  • Use Y07.14 for Adoptive mother, perpetrator of maltreatment and neglect

  • Y07.4 for Other family member, perpetrator of maltreatment and neglect

  • Y07.41 for Sibling, perpetrator of maltreatment and neglect

  • Y07.42 for Foster parent, perpetrator of maltreatment and neglect

  • Y07.43 for Stepparent or stepsibling, perpetrator of maltreatment and neglect

  • Use Y07.44 for Child, perpetrator of maltreatment and neglect

  • Use Y07.45 for Grandchild, perpetrator of maltreatment and neglect

  • Use Y07.46 for Grandparent, perpetrator of maltreatment and neglect

  • Use Y07.47 for Parental sibling, perpetrator of maltreatment and neglect

  • Y07.49 for Other family member, perpetrator of maltreatment and neglect

  • Y07.5 for Non-family member, perpetrator of maltreatment and neglect

  • Use Y07.50 for Unspecified non-family member, perpetrator of maltreatment and neglect

  • Y07.51 for Daycare provider, perpetrator of maltreatment and neglect

  • Y07.52 for Healthcare provider, perpetrator of maltreatment and neglect

  • Use Y07.53 for Teacher or instructor, perpetrator of maltreatment and neglect

  • Use Y07.54 for Acquaintance or friend, perpetrator of maltreatment and neglect

  • Use Y07.59 for Other non-family member, perpetrator of maltreatment and neglect

  • Use Y07.6 for Multiple perpetrators of maltreatment and neglect

  • Use Y07.9 for Unspecified perpetrator of maltreatment and neglect

Tabular List NotesGuidance

Coding notes and annotation back-references applicable to this code.

Includes

  • perpetrator of abandonment
  • perpetrator of emotional neglect
  • perpetrator of mental cruelty
  • perpetrator of physical abuse
  • perpetrator of physical neglect
  • perpetrator of sexual abuse
  • perpetrator of torture
  • perpetrator of verbal abuse

  • Codes from this category are for use only in cases of confirmed abuse T74
  • Selection of the correct perpetrator code is based on the relationship between the perpetrator and the victim

Patient EducationClinical

Intimate Partner Violence

Intimate partner violence (IPV) is abuse that happens in a romantic relationship. The intimate partner could be a current or former spouse or dating partner. IPV is also known as domestic violence.

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  • What is intimate partner violence (IPV)?
  • Who is affected by intimate partner violence (IPV)?
  • What are the signs that someone is experiencing intimate partner violence (IPV)?
  • What can I do if I am experiencing intimate partner violence (IPV)?
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Code HistoryHistory

FY 2016AddedAdded to the ICD-10-CM code setEffective October 1, 2015, the first year of ICD-10-CM.
FY 2017–2025No changes
FY 2026CurrentCurrent code set, no changesEffective October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026.

Questions About Y07Overview

Is Y07 (Perpetrator of assault, maltreatment and neglect) a billable code?

No. This is a category header that groups the codes for perpetrator of assault, maltreatment and neglect, and headers cannot be submitted on claims. Claims for perpetrator of assault, maltreatment and neglect need a more specific code from this category, such as Y07.010, Y07.011, and Y07.020.