ICD-10-CM X77: Intentional self-harm by steam, hot vapors and hot objects

ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)

Official Description for X77

Intentional self-harm by steam, hot vapors and hot objects

Coding Notes & Guidelines for X77

7th Character Guidance

The appropriate 7th character is to be added to each code from category X77

7th Character Definitions
  • A: initial encounter
  • D: subsequent encounter
  • S: sequela

Child Codes (More Specific Codes for X77):

X77.0 - Intentional self-harm by steam or hot vapors X77.1 - Intentional self-harm by hot tap water X77.2 - Intentional self-harm by other hot fluids X77.3 - Intentional self-harm by hot household appliances X77.8 - Intentional self-harm by other hot objects X77.9 - Intentional self-harm by unspecified hot objects

About ICD-10-CM Code X77 (Intentional self-harm by steam)

ICD-10-CM code X77 is a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. The 2025 edition of ICD-10-CM X77 became effective on October 1, 2024.

This page provides detailed information about X77 - Intentional self-harm by steam, hot vapors and hot objects. It includes common terminology, coding guidelines such as "Includes," "Excludes1," and "Excludes2" notes, and information on required 7th characters. Utilizing this information correctly is essential for accurate medical coding and claims submission for conditions like Intentional self-harm by steam related to hot vapors and hot objects.