ICD-10 Y38
Non-Billable HeaderTerrorism
About ICD-10-CM Y38
ICD-10-CM code Y38 represents Terrorism. This is a non-billable header code in the External Causes of Morbidity chapter (block Y38). The 2026 edition of ICD-10-CM Y38 became effective on October 1, 2025. Non-billable codes cannot be used as a primary or secondary diagnosis on a claim, use a more specific child code instead.
Inclusion Terms / Approximate Synonyms
Clinical terms and conditions classified under Y38. Per CMS ICD-10-CM Tabular 2026.
- These codes are for use to identify injuries resulting from the unlawful use of force or violence against persons or property to intimidate or coerce a Government, the civilian population, or any segment thereof, in furtherance of political or social objective
Use Additional Code
When coding Y38, also report these additional codes when applicable.
- code for place of occurrence (Y92.-)
Coding Notes
Seven Chr Note
- The appropriate 7th character is to be added to each code from category Y38
Medicare LCD Coverage for Y38
Local Coverage Determinations (LCDs) from CMS MACs that list Y38 as a covered diagnosis.
This doesn't mean the code isn't covered, it means no MAC has issued a Local Coverage Determination naming this specific code. Coverage may still apply under National Coverage Determinations or general medical-necessity rules.
Commercial Payer Coverage
Coverage policies from major commercial payers referencing Y38.
Our payer policy database covers Aetna, Cigna, Anthem, BCBS, Humana, and Medicare Advantage plans, but Y38 doesn't currently appear in any indexed policy. The code may still be covered under standard plan benefits.
CPT Codes Commonly Billed with Y38
Procedures frequently paired with this diagnosis based on PayerReady's Dx↔Px linkage data.
We don't have CPT pairings indexed for this specific code yet. Use the CPT search above to find common procedures, or check your payer's published medical policy for code-specific guidance.
Codes Adjacent To Y38
Other codes in section Y35-Y38 (Legal intervention, operations of war, military operations, and terrorism).
ICD-10 Y38, Billing FAQ
Is ICD-10 code Y38 billable? +
No, Y38 is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code from block Y38 when submitting claims.
What other names or terms map to Y38? +
ICD-10 Y38 includes: These codes are for use to identify injuries resulting from the unlawful use of force or violence against persons or property to intimidate or coerce a Government, the civilian population, or any segment thereof, in furtherance of political or social objective.
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Verified against the CMS 2026 code set on June 1, 2026.
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