Unsp firearm discharge, undetermined intent, subs encntr

This code describes an injury or adverse effect resulting from a firearm discharge where the specific type of firearm is not documented, and the intent (e.g., accidental, assault, self-harm) cannot be determined. It is used for encounters following the initial treatment of such an injury.

This code is appropriate for follow-up visits, rehabilitation, or subsequent care for a patient who sustained an injury from an unspecified firearm discharge with undetermined intent. It should be used when the initial acute care has concluded and the patient is receiving ongoing management related to the original injury.

• Ensure documentation clearly indicates a subsequent encounter for the injury.
• Only use this code when the type of firearm and the intent are truly unknown or unspecifiable in the medical record.
• Always sequence this code after the primary injury code(s) to specify the external cause.