Y08.8 – Assault by other specified means
ICD-10-CM 2027 diagnosis code · Assault
- Code
Y08.8(claims format:Y088)- Description
- Assault by other specified means
- Billable
- No – use a more specific code below
- Valid for
- Dates of service October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027 (FY2027)
- Chapter
- 20. External causes of morbidity (V00-Y99)
- Block
- X92-Y09 Assault
- Parent codes
- Y08
Billable codes under Y08.8
Y08.8 is a header code and cannot be used on claims. Choose the most specific code:
- Y08.81 – Assault by crashing of aircraftHeader (more codes below)
- Y08.89 – Assault by other specified meansHeader (more codes below)
7th character values
Codes in this category need a 7th character to describe the encounter or episode of care (use placeholder X for empty positions).
| Character | Meaning |
|---|---|
A | initial encounter |
D | subsequent encounter |
S | sequela |
Notes inherited from parent codes
Instructional notes at a category or block level apply to every code below it.
Y08 – Assault by other specified means
- The appropriate 7th character is to be added to each code from category Y08
Block X92-Y09
- homicide
- injuries inflicted by another person with intent to injure or kill, by any means
Related codes in Y08
Frequently asked questions
What is ICD-10 code Y08.8?
Y08.8 is the ICD-10-CM code for assault by other specified means, in the block X92-Y09 (Assault).
Is Y08.8 a billable code?
No. Y08.8 is a header code with more specific child codes; report one of the billable codes listed above.
What category does Y08.8 belong to?
It belongs to category Y08 – Assault by other specified means.
Source: CDC/NCHS ICD-10-CM FY2027 code files, tabular list and index. Reference only – code assignment must follow the official ICD-10-CM guidelines and documentation in the medical record.