Intentional self-harm by smoke, fire and flames, subs encntr

This code signifies that a patient is being treated for injuries sustained from an intentional act of self-harm involving smoke, fire, or flames, and this encounter is not the initial presentation for these injuries. It indicates that the patient is receiving follow-up care, rehabilitation, or further treatment related to the self-inflicted burns or smoke inhalation.

Apply this code when a patient presents for subsequent care following a suicide attempt or self-inflicted injury using fire or smoke. This includes appointments for wound care, burn dressing changes, physical therapy for burn contractures, or psychological counseling specifically addressing the aftermath of the self-harm event. It is used after the initial acute treatment phase has concluded.

• Ensure documentation clearly states the self-harm was intentional and the current visit is not the first for these injuries.
• Always sequence this code after the primary diagnosis describing the specific burn injury or smoke inhalation.
• Do not use this code for accidental burns or burns inflicted by another person; those require different external cause codes.