Terrorism involving firearms, publ sfty offcl injured, init

This code signifies an injury sustained by a public safety official as a direct result of a terrorist act involving firearms. It specifically captures the initial medical assessment and treatment for the injuries incurred during such an event.

Apply this code when a law enforcement officer, firefighter, or other designated public safety personnel presents for initial care after being wounded by gunfire during a terrorist incident. This includes injuries from active shooter events or other acts of terrorism where firearms were the weapon.

• Ensure documentation clearly states the patient is a public safety official and the injury resulted from a terrorist act involving firearms.
• This "A" initial encounter character is only used for the first visit for this specific injury. Subsequent visits would use "D" or "S".
• Always code the specific injury (e.g., gunshot wound to the chest) first, followed by this external cause code.