Y32 – Crashing of motor vehicle, undetermined intent

ICD-10-CM 2027 diagnosis code · Event of undetermined intent

Non-billable header

ICD-10-CM code Y32

Code: Y32 (claims format: Y32)
Description: Crashing of motor vehicle, undetermined intent
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: Y21-Y33 Event of undetermined intent

Billable codes under Y32

Y32 is a header code and cannot be used on claims. Choose the most specific code:

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 for Y32

7th character note:

The appropriate 7th character is to be added to code Y32

Notes inherited from parent codes

Instructional notes at a category or block level apply to every code below it.

Block Y21-Y33

Applicable to:

Undetermined intent is only for use when there is specific documentation in the record that the intent of the injury cannot be determined. If no such documentation is present, code to accidental (unintentional)

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code Y32?

Y32 is the ICD-10-CM code for crashing of motor vehicle, undetermined intent, in the block Y21-Y33 (Event of undetermined intent).

Is Y32 a billable code?

No. Y32 is a header code with more specific child codes; report one of the billable codes listed above.

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.