ICD-10/X77.1

X77.1 ICD 2026 Code: Intentional self-harm by hot tap water

X77.1 is the authoritative medical code for Intentional self-harm by hot tap water. This classification is used in medical billing and clinical recording to specify the clinical criteria for intentional self-harm by hot tap water (ICD-10-CM X77.1), ensuring healthcare documentation aligns with 2026 federal coding standards.

Billing Status: NO. This is a clinician non-billable / parent hierarchy grouping in the ICD-10-CM system.

Official Registry Overview & Definition

Intentional self-harm by hot tap water is a non-billable ICD-10-CM category code X77.1. A more specific billable subcode must be selected for claims submission. 7th character: The appropriate 7th character is to be added to each code from category X77.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) & Clinical Guidance

Can X77.1 be billed directly?

No. X77.1 (Intentional self-harm by hot tap water) is a non-billable ICD-10-CM category code. A more specific billable subcode must be selected based on clinical documentation.

Does X77.1 require a 7th character?

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

Indexed As (4)

Circumstance phrases from the official ICD-10-CM External Cause of Injuries Index that map to this code.

  • Contact (accidental), with, hot, liquid NEC, tap water, suicide (attempt)
  • Contact (accidental), with, hot, tap-water, suicide (attempt)
  • Contact (accidental), with, hot, water (tap), suicide (attempt)
  • Suicide, suicidal (attempted) (by), burning, burns, hot object, tap water