Terorsm w explosn of marine weap, publ sfty offcl inj, init

This code describes an injury sustained by a public safety official due to a terrorist act involving an explosion of marine weapons. It specifically indicates the initial medical evaluation and treatment for such an incident. The injury is a direct consequence of the explosive device.

Apply this code when a public safety official presents for initial care after being injured by a marine weapon explosion in a confirmed act of terrorism. This would include scenarios like a police officer or coast guard member injured during an attack on a port or vessel. It signifies the first time the patient is seen for this specific injury.

• Ensure documentation clearly states the patient is a "public safety official" and the incident is "terrorism."
• Verify the explosion involved "marine weapons" (e.g., naval mines, torpedoes, or other water-based explosives).
• Confirm this is the "initial encounter" for treatment of the injury; subsequent encounters would use a different seventh character.