Oth intentional self-harm by drowning and submersion, init

This code signifies an act where an individual deliberately attempts to end their life or inflict harm upon themselves by submerging in water, such as in a bathtub, pool, or other body of water, and the patient is in the initial phase of treatment for this event. This includes any method of self-inflicted drowning or near-drowning that is not specified elsewhere.

Apply this code when documenting the first encounter for a patient who has intentionally submerged themselves in water with the intent of self-harm. This would be used for emergency department visits, initial hospital admissions, or the first outpatient visit directly related to the self-harm attempt. Do not use for accidental drownings or if the intent was not self-harm.

• Ensure documentation clearly states the intent was self-harm and not accidental.
• Confirm this is the initial encounter for the specific self-harm event. Subsequent encounters will require a different seventh character.
• Always sequence this code as a primary diagnosis when it is the reason for the encounter.