2027 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code X72Intentional self-harm by handgun discharge

ICD-10-CM Codes›V01–Y99›X71-X83›X72

ICD-10-CM X72
CMSSource: CMS FY 2027 ICD-10-CM dataset · Effective Oct 1, 2026 – Sep 30, 2027

X72 is a non-billable ICD-10-CM category code for intentional self-harm by handgun discharge, so it cannot be submitted on claims. Use a more specific code from this category instead, such as X72.XXXA, X72.XXXD, and X72.XXXS.

Code Identity

ICD-10-CM Code
X72
Billable Status
No — Non-Billable Category
Code Describes
Intentional self-harm by handgun discharge
Short Description
Intentional self-harm by handgun discharge
Same as the full description in the CMS dataset.
Chapter
X71-X83
Intentional self-harm

Code Classification

ChapterV01–Y99External causes of morbidity and mortality
SectionX71-X83Intentional self-harm
CategoryX72Intentional self-harm by handgun discharge
This CodeX72Intentional self-harm by handgun discharge

Instructional NotesGuidance

Instructions from the official ICD-10-CM Tabular List that apply to X72: its own notes plus those printed at Chapter 20. A note printed at a category, block or chapter applies to every code under it.

Applicable To

Conditions this code is used for: synonyms of the title or, for "other specified" codes, the conditions assigned to it. The list is not exhaustive.

  • Intentional self-harm by gun for single hand use
  • Intentional self-harm by pistol
  • Intentional self-harm by revolver

Excludes1

Not coded here: the excluded code is never reported together with this one, unless the two conditions are unrelated.

Notes

General instructions on how these codes are used.

From Chapter 20 (V00-Y99) External causes of morbidity and mortality applies to 7,461 codes
  • This chapter permits the classification of environmental events and circumstances as the cause of injury, and other adverse effects. Where a code from this section is applicable, it is intended that it shall be used secondary to a code from another chapter of the Classification indicating the nature of the condition. Most often, the condition will be classifiable to Chapter 19, Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes (S00-T88). Other conditions that may be stated to be due to external causes are classified in Chapters I to XVIII. For these conditions, codes from Chapter 20 should be used to provide additional information as to the cause of the condition.

7th Character

Every code in the category takes a 7th character from the listed values, with the placeholder X filling any empty positions before it.

  • The appropriate 7th character is to be added to code X72
Values for category X72 Encounter: Initial, Subsequent, Sequela
  • Ainitial encounter
  • Dsubsequent encounter
  • Ssequela

Source: CMS ICD-10-CM Tabular List. How to read instructional notes.

Referenced in Other NotesGuidance

Instructional notes printed at other codes that name X72, its category, or a range that includes it.

Excludes1 1

These codes carry an Excludes1 note naming X72: they are not reported together with it, unless the two conditions are unrelated.

  • W32 Accidental handgun discharge and malfunction
    intentional self-harm by handgun discharge (X72)

External Cause of Injuries IndexGuidance

References for this code in the External Cause of Injuries Index; each main term links to its index entry.

Patient EducationClinical

Self-Harm

Self-harm, or self-injury, is when a person hurts his or her own body on purpose. The injuries may be minor, but sometimes they can be severe. They may leave permanent scars or cause serious health problems. Some examples are:

The full article covers:

  • What is self-harm?
  • Why do people harm themselves?
  • Who is at risk for self-harm?
  • What are the signs of self-harm?
  • How can I help someone who self-harms?
  • What are the treatments are for self-harm?

Read the full article at MedlinePlus

Courtesy of MedlinePlus, a service of the U.S. National Library of Medicine.

Code HistoryHistory

FY 2016AddedAdded to the ICD-10-CM code setEffective October 1, 2015, the first year of ICD-10-CM.
FY 2017–2026No changes
FY 2027CurrentCurrent code set, no changesEffective October 1, 2026 through September 30, 2027.

Questions About X72Overview

What is the ICD-10 code for intentional self-harm by handgun discharge?

X72 is the ICD-10-CM category for intentional self-harm by handgun discharge, but it is a non-billable header: claims need a more specific code from this category, listed on this page.

Is X72 (Intentional self-harm by handgun discharge) a billable code?

No. This is a category header that groups the codes for intentional self-harm by handgun discharge, and headers cannot be submitted on claims. Claims for intentional self-harm by handgun discharge need a more specific code from this category, such as X72.XXXA, X72.XXXD, and X72.XXXS.

Can X72 be reported with X74.8?

Not as a rule. The Excludes1 note on X72 lists "Very pistol (X74.8)". An Excludes1 note means the excluded code is never reported together with this one; the only exception is when the two conditions are unrelated to each other (Official Guidelines, Section I.A.12.a).