2025 ICD-10-CM code X73.1XXA
(Active) Effective Date: N/A External causes of morbidity - Intentional self-harm (X71-X83) 20. External causes of morbidity (V00-Y99) Feed
Intentional self-harm by hunting rifle discharge, initial encounter.
Medical necessity is established by the presence of a self-inflicted gunshot wound requiring medical attention. The documentation should support the severity of the injury and the need for treatment.
In simple words: Intentional self-harm by hunting rifle discharge, initial encounter.
Intentional self-harm by hunting rifle discharge, initial encounter.
Example 1: A patient presents to the emergency department with a self-inflicted gunshot wound from a hunting rifle. This is the patient's first encounter for this injury., A patient is found at home with a self-inflicted gunshot wound from a hunting rifle and is brought to the hospital. This is their initial encounter for this injury., A patient admits to intentionally shooting themselves with a hunting rifle and seeks medical attention. This is the first time they are being treated for this self-inflicted injury.
Documentation should clearly indicate the intent of self-harm, the specific mechanism of injury (hunting rifle discharge), and that this is the initial encounter for this injury. Detailed clinical findings and any associated injuries should also be documented.
- Place of Service:Emergency Room - Hospital, Inpatient Hospital, Office