2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code X72Intentional self-harm by handgun discharge
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
Code Classification
Tabular List NotesGuidance
Coding notes and annotation back-references applicable to this code.
Inclusion Terms
- Intentional self-harm by gun for single hand use
- Intentional self-harm by pistol
- Intentional self-harm by revolver
Type 1 Excludes
- Very pistol X74.8
7th Character Note
- The appropriate 7th character is to be added to code X72
7th Character
- A - initial encounter
- D - subsequent encounter
- S - sequela
These terms are the conditions for which that code is to be used. The terms may be synonyms of the code title, or, in the case of "other specified" codes, the terms are a list of the various conditions assigned to that code. The inclusion terms are not necessarily exhaustive. Additional terms found only in the Alphabetic Index may also be assigned to a code.
A type 1 excludes note is a pure excludes note. It means "NOT CODED HERE!" An Excludes1 note indicates that the code excluded should never be used at the same time as the code above the Excludes1 note. An Excludes1 is used when two conditions cannot occur together, such as a congenital form versus an acquired form of the same condition.
Certain ICD-10-CM categories have applicable 7th characters. The applicable 7th character is required for all codes within the category, or as the notes in the Tabular List instruct. The 7th character must always be the 7th character in the data field. If a code that requires a 7th character is not 6 characters, a placeholder X must be used to fill in the empty characters.
Indicates that a seventh character is to be assigned to codes in a subcategory.
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 the treatments are for self-harm?
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Code HistoryHistory
Questions About X72Overview
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.
