X99
Non-billableAssault by sharp object
X99 is the ICD-10-CM code for Assault by sharp object. It is a non-billable category code — use a more specific child code such as X99.0 for billing.
- Status
- Header (non-billable)
- Chapter
- V00-Y99
- Subcodes
- 5
- Edition
- FY2026
V00-Y99 External causes of morbidity
What this means — in plain language
MedlinePlus · NIHAn injury is damage to your body. It is a general term that refers to harm caused by accidents, falls , hits, weapons, and more. In the U.S., millions of people injure themselves every year. These injuries range from minor to life-threatening. Injuries can happen at work or play , indoors or outdoors, driving a car, or walking across the street. Wounds are injuries that break the skin or other body tissues. They…
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Excludes1 — not coded here
- •assault by strike by sports equipment (Y08.0-)
Frequently asked questions
- What is ICD-10 code X99?
- X99 is the ICD-10-CM code for "Assault by sharp object". It falls under V00-Y99 External causes of morbidity.
- Is X99 a billable code?
- No — X99 is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code (such as X99.0) for billing.
- What is excluded from X99?
- Excludes1 (not coded here): assault by strike by sports equipment (Y08.0-).
Source: CMS ICD-10-CM FY2026. For informational purposes only — not medical advice. See our medical disclaimer.
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