Intentional self-harm by unspecified sharp object, sequela

AIClinical Context

Clinical Description

This code describes the long-term effects or complications resulting from a previous act of self-harm using an unspecified sharp object. It indicates that the initial injury has healed, but the patient is now presenting with a residual condition directly attributable to that past event. This could include chronic pain, scarring, nerve damage, or psychological sequelae.

When to Use

Use this code when documenting a patient encounter where the primary reason for the visit is a condition that is a direct consequence of a past intentional self-harm incident involving a sharp object, and the specific type of sharp object is not documented. This applies when the acute injury has resolved, and the current treatment focuses on the lingering effects.

Coding Tips

Always assign this code as a secondary diagnosis, following the code for the specific sequela being treated.
Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to a past intentional self-harm event.
Avoid using this code for acute self-harm injuries; those require codes from the initial encounter or subsequent encounter categories.

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Crosswalks

E95.9ApproxICD-9

Same Category

X78Intentional self-harm by sharp object X78.0Intentional self-harm by sharp glass X78.0XXAIntentional self-harm by sharp glass, initial encounter X78.0XXDIntentional self-harm by sharp glass, subsequent encounter X78.0XXS