War operations involving biological weapons, milt, init

This code signifies an injury or illness sustained by military personnel as a direct result of exposure to biological weapons during war operations. It indicates the initial presentation of the patient for this specific incident.

Apply this code when documenting the first encounter for a service member who has been affected by a biological weapon attack in a combat zone. This includes initial assessment, diagnosis, and treatment related to the exposure.

• Ensure documentation clearly states the patient is military personnel and the exposure was due to biological weapons during war.
• This "initial encounter" code is used for the entire period a patient is receiving active treatment for the injury/illness.
• Always code additional specific injuries or illnesses resulting from the biological weapon exposure.