Milt op involving fragments from munitions, milt, init

This code signifies an injury sustained by military personnel due to fragments from an explosive device or munition during military operations. It specifically identifies the initial encounter for treatment of such an injury.

Apply this code when documenting the initial medical evaluation and treatment for a service member who has been injured by shrapnel or other fragments from a military-grade explosive during active duty or training exercises. This includes injuries from bombs, grenades, artillery shells, or other munitions.

• Ensure the patient is identified as military personnel and the injury is directly related to military operations.
• Always assign an additional code for the specific type of injury (e.g., foreign body in tissue, open wound, fracture).
• Use the appropriate seventh character for subsequent encounters (D) or sequela (S) after the initial treatment phase.