2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code X73Intentional self-harm by rifle, shotgun and larger firearm discharge
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
Code Classification
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
Tabular List NotesGuidance
Coding notes and annotation back-references applicable to this code.
Type 1 Excludes
- airgun X74.01
7th Character Note
- The appropriate 7th character is to be added to each code from category X73
7th Character
- A - initial encounter
- D - subsequent encounter
- S - sequela
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?
Read the full article at MedlinePlus
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Code HistoryHistory
Questions About X73Overview
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.
