Intentional self-harm by other hot objects, subs encntr

This code signifies a patient presenting for follow-up care or treatment of injuries sustained from intentionally self-inflicted harm using a hot object other than steam or hot tap water. This could include burns from hot metals, cooking surfaces, or other heated items, where the intent was to cause self-injury. The encounter is not for the initial treatment of the injury.

Apply this code when documenting subsequent encounters for conditions arising from self-harm by hot objects, such as wound care, infection management, or psychological evaluation related to the initial self-injurious act. This includes visits for complications or ongoing treatment after the acute phase of injury.

• Ensure the documentation clearly states the injury was intentionally self-inflicted and caused by a hot object.
• Verify the encounter is for subsequent care, not the initial treatment of the injury.
• Always code the specific burn injury (e.g., T20-T25) as the primary diagnosis, with this code as a secondary external cause code.