Category X78

Intentional self-harm by sharp object

Clinical Classification Guidelines

7th Character Requirement

  • The appropriate 7th character is to be added to each code from category X78

Specific Diagnosis Codes

Intentional self-harm by sharp glass
X78.0
Intentional self-harm by knife
X78.1
Intentional self-harm by sword or dagger
X78.2
Intentional self-harm by other sharp object
X78.8
Intentional self-harm by unspecified sharp object
X78.9