Y38.7 ICD 10 Code is a non-billable and non-specific code and should not be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. There are other codes below it with greater level of diagnosis detail. The 2023 edition of the American ICD-10-CM code became effective on October 1, 2022.
Codes
- Y38.7X Terrorism involving chemical weapons
- Y38.7X1 Terrorism involving chemical weapons, public safety official injured
- Y38.7X1A Terrorism involving chemical weapons, public safety official injured, initial encounter
- Y38.7X1D Terrorism involving chemical weapons, public safety official injured, subsequent encounter
- Y38.7X1S Terrorism involving chemical weapons, public safety official injured, sequela
- Y38.7X2 Terrorism involving chemical weapons, civilian injured
- Y38.7X2A Terrorism involving chemical weapons, civilian injured, initial encounter
- Y38.7X2D Terrorism involving chemical weapons, civilian injured, subsequent encounter
- Y38.7X2S Terrorism involving chemical weapons, civilian injured, sequela
- Y38.7X3 Terrorism involving chemical weapons, terrorist injured
- Y38.7X3A Terrorism involving chemical weapons, terrorist injured, initial encounter
- Y38.7X3D Terrorism involving chemical weapons, terrorist injured, subsequent encounter
- Y38.7X3S Terrorism involving chemical weapons, terrorist injured, sequela
Possible back-references that may be applicable or related to Y38.7 ICD10 Code:
- V00-Y99 External causes of morbidity
- Y35-Y38 Legal intervention, operations of war, military operations, and terrorism
- Y38 Terrorism
Present On Admission (POA Exempt)
Y38.7 ICD 10 code is considered exempt from POA reporting
Clinical information about Y38.7 ICD 10 code
When a hazardous chemical has been released, it may harm people's health. Chemical releases can be unintentional, as in the case of an industrial accident. They could also be planned, as in the case of a terrorist attack with a chemical weapon.
Some hazardous chemicals have been developed by military organizations for use in warfare. Examples are nerve agents such as sarin and VX. Many hazardous chemicals are used in industry - for example, chlorine, ammonia, and benzene. Some can be made from everyday items such as household cleaners.
Although there are no guarantees of safety during a chemical emergency, you can take actions to protect yourself. You should have a disaster plan. Being prepared can help reduce fear, anxiety, and losses. If you do experience a disaster, it is normal to feel stressed. You may need help in finding ways to cope.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
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