X72
⚠ Non-billable
Intentional self-harm by handgun discharge
ICD-10-CM · FY2026 · External Causes of Morbidity
Code
X72
System
ICD-10-CM
Billable
No — use specific code
Effective
FY2026
Chapter
External Causes of Morbidity
Source
CMS / CDC NCHS
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Official coding notes
From CMS's ICD-10-CM Tabular List.
Also known as
- Intentional self-harm by gun for single hand use
- Intentional self-harm by pistol
- Intentional self-harm by revolver
Excludes1 — never code together
- Very pistol (X74.8)
7th character
- The appropriate 7th character is to be added to code X72
Frequently asked questions
What is ICD-10 code X72?
ICD-10-CM code X72 represents Intentional self-harm by handgun discharge. It is a non-billable header code requiring a more specific subcategory in the External Causes of Morbidity chapter, effective October 1, 2025 – September 30, 2026.
Is X72 billable?
No. X72 is a non-billable header. Select a more specific subcategory for claims submission.
What chapter is X72 in?
X72 belongs to the External Causes of Morbidity chapter (V00–Y99) of ICD-10-CM.
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