Intentional self-harm by oth firearm discharge, init encntr

This code signifies a deliberate act of self-injury using a firearm other than a handgun, rifle, or shotgun, resulting in an injury that is being treated for the first time. It indicates the patient intentionally discharged a different type of firearm with the intent to harm themselves.

Apply this code when documenting an initial encounter for a patient presenting with an injury sustained from a self-inflicted wound caused by a firearm not specified elsewhere (e.g., a flare gun, antique firearm, or other non-standard firearm). This is appropriate for the acute phase of treatment for the physical injury.

• Always sequence this code as the primary diagnosis when the reason for the encounter is the self-harm injury.
• Requires an external cause code (X74.8XXA) to further specify the intent and mechanism.
• Ensure documentation clearly states the intent was self-harm and identifies the type of firearm as "other."