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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Suicide Attempt

ICD-10 Coding for Suicide Attempt

T14.91XA
X71.XXXA

Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for icd-10 coding for suicide attempt includes clinical validation requirements, medical necessity guidelines, and coding policies.

Also Known as:
Attempted Suicide
Self-Harm Attempt
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Suicide Attempt

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Suicide Attempt

Use ICD-10 code T14.91XA for suicide attempt, initial encounter, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Suicide attempt, initial encounter

Billable Code
T14.91XA
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Presence of self-harm with intent to die
documentation:
  • • Detailed account of the attempt including method and intent

Applicable To

  • • Attempted suicide

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies intent and method to avoid misclassification.

Intentional self-harm by drowning, initial encounter

Non-Billable
X71.XXXA
Non-Billable

Applicable To

  • • Attempted drowning

Important Notes

  • • Ensure intent is clearly documented to differentiate from accidental cases.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

F32.9

Major depressive disorder, single episode, unspecified

Use to document underlying mental health conditions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for a suicide attempt?

The ICD-10 code for a suicide attempt is T14.91XA, which is used for initial encounters of unspecified injuries related to suicide attempts.

How do you document a suicide attempt in medical records?

Document a suicide attempt by including the method, intent, patient quotes, and any relevant circumstances. Ensure specificity to support accurate coding.

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