W23.2Header code — not billable

Caught, crushed, jammed or pinched between a moving and stationary object

Short description: Caught, crush, jammed or pinch betw a moving and statnry obj

Chapter
20. External causes of morbidity
Category
W23
Effective date
October 1, 2026

Related codes in category W23

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code W23.2?

W23.2 is an ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for Caught, crushed, jammed or pinched between a moving and stationary object.

Is W23.2 a billable code?

No. W23.2 is a category/header code, not billable on its own — use one of its more specific child codes instead.

What ICD-10-CM chapter is W23.2 in?

W23.2 falls under Chapter 20: External causes of morbidity.

When did W23.2 become effective?

W23.2 has been effective since October 1, 2026, per the CMS/CDC ICD-10-CM annual release.

What other codes are related to W23.2?

W23.2 belongs to category W23, which includes 12 other codes — see the related codes list on this page.

ICD-10-CM data maintained by CDC/CMS (public domain). Always verify codes with authoritative sources before making coding or billing decisions.