Intentional self-harm by other hot objects, sequela

This code describes the long-term effects or complications arising from an intentional injury caused by a hot object other than steam, hot tap water, or other specified hot liquids. These sequelae can include chronic pain, scarring, contractures, or functional limitations that persist after the initial acute injury has healed. The injury was self-inflicted with the intent to cause harm.

Use this code when documenting conditions that are residual effects of a past intentional self-harm incident involving a hot object, such as a hot iron, stove burner, or heated metal. This code is appropriate for follow-up encounters where the primary focus is managing these lasting complications, rather than the acute injury itself. It should be assigned once the acute phase of the injury has passed.

• Always assign an external cause code (X77.8XXS) as a secondary diagnosis to describe the sequela of the intentional self-harm.
• The primary diagnosis should describe the specific nature of the sequela (e.g., scar, contracture, chronic pain).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to a past intentional self-harm event involving a hot object.