Intentional self-harm by blunt object (X79) ICD-10-CM
The X79 code range covers intentional self-harm by blunt object with 4 ICD-10-CM diagnosis codes. 3 of them are billable and valid for claim submission in fiscal year 2027, and the category headers group them but cannot themselves be billed.
7th Character Note
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.
- The appropriate 7th character is to be added to code X79
7th Character
Indicates that a seventh character is to be assigned to codes in a subcategory.
- A - initial encounter
- D - subsequent encounter
- S - sequela
Codes in the X79 Range 4 codes · 3 billable
About the X79 Code Range
A person intentionally harms themselves with a blunt object. Within intentional self-harm, X79 identifies the blunt-object category.
The subdivisions differ by seventh character: X79.XXXA is an initial encounter, X79.XXXD is a subsequent encounter, and X79.XXXS is a sequela.
Questions About This Page
How many billable codes are in the X79 range?
Of the 4 codes in this range, 3 are billable and valid for claim submission from October 1, 2026 through September 30, 2027. Category header codes group them but cannot be reported on claims.
What does the X79 range classify?
The range classifies intentional self-harm by blunt object. Each code links to its own reference page with billing status, MS-DRG grouping, coding notes, and clinical information.
Related References
Source: CMS FY 2027 ICD-10-CM Tabular List and order file, effective October 1, 2026 through September 30, 2027.
