Non-specific code 2015 ICD-9-CM Diagnosis Code E993
Injury due to war operations by other explosion
  • 2015
  • Non-Billable Code

  • There are 10 ICD-9-CM codes below E993 that define this diagnosis in greater detail. Do not use this code on a reimbursement claim.
E993 Excludes
  • injury due to fragments resulting from an explosion (E991.0-E991.9)
  • injury due to detonation of unexploded ordnance but occurring after cessation of hostilities (E998.0-E998.9)
  • injury due to nuclear weapons (E996.0-E996.9)
Applies To
  • Injuries due to direct or indirect pressure or air blast of an explosion occurring during war operations
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