ICD-10-CM Y38.8: Terrorism involving other and unspecified means

ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)

Official Description for Y38.8

Terrorism involving other and unspecified means

Coding Notes & Guidelines for Y38.8

Inclusion Terms

Terrorism NOS

Inclusion Terms
  • Terrorism involving drowning and submersion
  • Terrorism involving lasers
  • Terrorism involving piercing or stabbing instruments

Parent Code (Less Specific):

About ICD-10-CM Code Y38.8 (Terrorism involving other and unspecified means)

ICD-10-CM code Y38.8 is a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. The 2025 edition of ICD-10-CM Y38.8 became effective on October 1, 2024.

This page provides detailed information about Y38.8 - Terrorism involving other and unspecified means. It includes common terminology, coding guidelines such as "Includes," "Excludes1," and "Excludes2" notes, and information on required 7th characters. Utilizing this information correctly is essential for accurate medical coding and claims submission for conditions like Terrorism involving other and unspecified means.