2027 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code X73Intentional self-harm by rifle, shotgun and larger firearm discharge

ICD-10-CM Codes›V01–Y99›X71-X83›X73

ICD-10-CM X73
CMSSource: CMS FY 2027 ICD-10-CM dataset · Effective Oct 1, 2026 – Sep 30, 2027

X73 is a non-billable ICD-10-CM category code for intentional self-harm by rifle, shotgun and larger firearm discharge, so it cannot be submitted on claims. Use a more specific code from this category instead, such as X73.0XXA, X73.0XXD, X73.0XXS, and X73.1XXA.

Code Identity

ICD-10-CM Code
X73
Billable Status
No — Non-Billable Category
Code Describes
Intentional self-harm by rifle, shotgun and larger firearm discharge
Short Description
Self-harm by rifle, shotgun and larger firearm discharge
Chapter
X71-X83
Intentional self-harm

Code Classification

ChapterV01–Y99External causes of morbidity and mortality
SectionX71-X83Intentional self-harm
CategoryX73Intentional self-harm by rifle, shotgun and larger firearm discharge
This CodeX73Intentional self-harm by rifle, shotgun and larger firearm discharge

Specific Coding for Self-harm by rifle, shotgun and larger firearm dischargeOverview

Non-specific codes like X73 require more characters. Use one of these billable codes instead:

  • X73.0 for Intentional self-harm by shotgun discharge

  • X73.1 for Intentional self-harm by hunting rifle discharge

  • X73.2 for Intentional self-harm by machine gun discharge

  • X73.8 for Intentional self-harm by other larger firearm discharge

  • X73.9 for Intentional self-harm by unspecified larger firearm discharge

Instructional NotesGuidance

Instructions from the official ICD-10-CM Tabular List that apply to X73: its own notes plus those printed at Chapter 20. A note printed at a category, block or chapter applies to every code under it.

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 each code from category X73
Values for category X73 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 X73, its category, or a range that includes it.

Excludes1 1

These codes carry an Excludes1 note naming X73: they are not reported together with it, unless the two conditions are unrelated.

  • W33 Accidental rifle, shotgun and larger firearm discharge and malfunction
    intentional self-harm by rifle, shotgun and larger firearm discharge (X73)

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 X73Overview

What is the ICD-10 code for intentional self-harm by rifle, shotgun and larger firearm discharge?

X73 is the ICD-10-CM category for intentional self-harm by rifle, shotgun and larger firearm discharge, but it is a non-billable header: claims need a more specific code from this category, listed on this page.

Is X73 a billable code?

No. This is a category header that groups the codes for intentional self-harm by rifle, shotgun and larger firearm discharge, and headers cannot be submitted on claims. Claims for intentional self-harm by rifle, shotgun and larger firearm discharge need a more specific code from this category, such as X73.0XXA, X73.0XXD, and X73.0XXS.

Can X73 be reported with X74.01?

Not as a rule. The Excludes1 note on X73 lists "airgun (X74.01)". 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).