Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
ICD-10-CM X73 is the diagnosis code for Intentional self-harm by rifle, shotgun and larger firearm discharge. This code falls under the section "Intentional self-harm" within Chapter 20 — External causes of morbidity (V00-Y99). It is a non-billable/non-specific ICD-10-CM code that should not be used for reimbursement. A more specific sub-code is required for billing. Medical coders and healthcare providers use this code to document and classify diagnoses in electronic health records, insurance claims, and clinical databases.
The following conditions should never be coded at the same time as X73. They are mutually exclusive:
Understanding where X73 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:
No, X73 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.
X73 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Intentional self-harm by rifle, shotgun and larger firearm discharge". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.
X73 is located in Section X71-X83 — "Intentional self-harm" within Chapter 20 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.
X73 has 5 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: X73.0, X73.1, X73.2, X73.8, X73.9.
Use X73 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Intentional self-harm by rifle, shotgun and larger firearm discharge" and the clinical documentation supports this level of specificity. Always verify with the latest ICD-10-CM guidelines and payer requirements.
The ICD-10-CM code for Intentional self-harm by rifle, shotgun and larger firearm discharge is X73.
No, X73 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.
X73 is in Chapter 20 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.
Type 1 Excludes for X73 include: airgun (X74.01).
Yes, X73 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.