Terrorism, secondary effects, publ sfty offcl injured, init

This code signifies an injury sustained by a public safety official due to the indirect or long-term consequences of a terrorist act. It captures the secondary impact of terrorism, such as exposure to hazardous materials, structural collapse, or psychological trauma, rather than direct combat or immediate blast injuries. The "initial encounter" designation indicates this is the first time the patient is receiving care for this specific injury.

Apply this code when a police officer, firefighter, EMT, or other designated public safety official presents for treatment of an injury or illness directly attributable to the aftermath of a terrorist event. This includes conditions arising from rescue operations, site containment, or prolonged exposure to the affected environment. It is appropriate for the initial assessment and treatment of such conditions.

• Ensure the patient is explicitly documented as a public safety official and the injury is linked to the secondary effects of terrorism.
• Pair this code with an external cause code (e.g., X96.- for terrorism) to provide a more complete picture of the event.
• Do not use for injuries sustained during direct combat or immediate impact of the terrorist act; those would fall under different Y38 subcategories.