Intentional self-harm by smoke, fire and flames, sequela

This code signifies the long-term effects or complications arising from an individual's deliberate self-infliction of harm using smoke, fire, or flames. It indicates that the initial acute injury has healed, but residual conditions, such as scarring, contractures, or chronic pain, are still present and being treated.

Apply this code when a patient presents for treatment of a condition directly resulting from a past intentional self-harm event involving fire or smoke. This includes follow-up care for burn scars, respiratory issues from smoke inhalation, or psychological sequelae directly linked to the original incident. It should be used after the acute phase of the injury has passed.

• Always sequence this code after the specific code identifying the nature of the sequela (e.g., T95.0- for sequelae of burn of head and neck).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to a past intentional self-harm event involving fire or smoke.
• Do not use this code for the initial acute injury; it is exclusively for residual conditions.