2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code X79Intentional self-harm by blunt object
X79 is a non-billable ICD-10-CM category code for intentional self-harm by blunt object, so it cannot be submitted on claims. Use a more specific code from this category instead, such as X79.XXXA, X79.XXXD, and X79.XXXS.
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Coding notes and annotation back-references applicable to this code.
7th Character Note
- The appropriate 7th character is to be added to code X79
7th Character
- A - initial encounter
- D - subsequent encounter
- S - sequela
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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Questions About X79Overview
Is X79 (Intentional self-harm by blunt object) a billable code?
No. This is a category header that groups the codes for intentional self-harm by blunt object, and headers cannot be submitted on claims. Claims for intentional self-harm by blunt object need a more specific code from this category, such as X79.XXXA, X79.XXXD, and X79.XXXS.
