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2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code Y37.29

Military operations involving other explosions and fragments

ICD-10-CM Code:
Y37.29
ICD-10 Code for:
Military operations involving other explosions and fragments
Is Billable?
Not Valid for Submission
Code Navigator:

Y37.29 is a non-specific and non-billable diagnosis code code, consider using a code with a higher level of specificity for a diagnosis of military operations involving other explosions and fragments. The code is not specific and is NOT valid for the year 2026 for the submission of HIPAA-covered transactions. Category or Header define the heading of a category of codes that may be further subdivided by the use of 4th, 5th, 6th or 7th characters.

Specific Coding Applicable to Military operations involving other explosions and fragments

Non-specific codes like Y37.29 require more digits to indicate the appropriate level of specificity. Consider using any of the following ICD-10-CM codes with a higher level of specificity when coding for military operations involving other explosions and fragments:

  • Y37.290 for Military operations involving other explosions and fragments, military personnel - NON-BILLABLE CODE

  • Use Y37.290A for initial encounter - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use Y37.290D for subsequent encounter - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use Y37.290S for sequela - BILLABLE CODE

  • Y37.291 for Military operations involving other explosions and fragments, civilian - NON-BILLABLE CODE

  • Use Y37.291A for initial encounter - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use Y37.291D for subsequent encounter - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use Y37.291S for sequela - BILLABLE CODE

Code Classification

  • External causes of morbidity and mortality
    V01–Y99
    • Legal intervention, operations of war, military operations, and terrorism
      Y35-Y38
      • Military operations
        Y37

Tabular List of Diseases and Injuries

The following annotation back-references are applicable to this diagnosis code. The Tabular List of Diseases and Injuries is a list of ICD-10-CM codes, organized "head to toe" into chapters and sections with coding notes and guidance for inclusions, exclusions, descriptions and more.


Inclusion Terms

Inclusion Terms
These terms are the conditions for which that code is to be used. The terms may be synonyms of the code title, or, in the case of "other specified" codes, the terms are a list of the various conditions assigned to that code. The inclusion terms are not necessarily exhaustive. Additional terms found only in the Alphabetic Index may also be assigned to a code.
  • Military operations involving explosion of grenade
  • Military operations involving explosions of land mine
  • Military operations involving shrapnel NOS

Patient Education


Veterans and Military Health

Military service members and veterans have made sacrifices to our country, and they may face lots of different health issues. Some of the most common health problems they may have include chronic pain, sleep disorders, and mental health disorders.

But they may also face some different health risks than civilians. Serving to protect our country is a special job, and along with it comes some special risks and job hazards. These include different types of injuries and health problems from exposures.

What types of injuries do service members face?

During their service, members are at risk for various injuries. These injuries can happen during training or while in combat. Sometimes the injuries are life-threatening or serious enough to cause disability. Others may not be as serious, but they may be painful and can affect daily life.

Some of the specific types of injuries that service members may face include:

  • Sprains and strains, especially in the ankles and knees. These injuries are often caused by exercise and running.
  • Back and shoulder injuries, often from lifting and carrying.
  • Tinnitus and hearing loss, typically from exposure to noise.
  • Head injuries and traumatic brain injuries (TBIs).
  • Shrapnel and gunshot wounds.
  • Lost limbs.

What other special health problems do service members face?

There may also be a risk of health problems from exposure to environmental hazards, such as contaminated water, chemicals, infections, and burn pits. Sometimes the health problems caused by exposures don't develop until years later.

Some service members experience military sexual trauma (MST). This includes sexual assault and sexual harassment.

What mental health issues do service members and veterans face?

Being in combat and being separated from your family can be stressful. So can readjusting to civilian life after the military. All of this stress can put service members and veterans at risk for mental health problems, including:

  • Depression
  • Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
  • Anxiety
  • Alcohol and drug use disorders

There is also a risk of suicide. Veterans who are in crisis can get help from the Veteran's Crisis line by:

  • Calling 988 and then pressing 1
  • Texting to 838255
  • Chatting with them online

What health care services are available to service members and veterans?

There are health care services especially for service members and veterans through:

  • TRICARE, which is the Department of Defense's health care program. It has insurance plans and other services for uniformed service members, retirees, and their families around the world.
  • The Veterans Health Administration, which is part of the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). It provides medical and social support services to eligible veterans.
  • The VA 's expanded health care and benefits for veterans exposed to burn pits, Agent Orange, and other toxic substances.

To better understand and treat the health needs of veterans in the future, the VA created the Million Veteran Program (MVP). This research program is looking at how genes, lifestyle, military experiences, and exposures affect health and wellness in veterans.


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Code History

  • FY 2026 - No Change, effective from 10/1/2025 through 9/30/2026
  • FY 2025 - No Change, effective from 10/1/2024 through 9/30/2025
  • FY 2024 - No Change, effective from 10/1/2023 through 9/30/2024
  • FY 2023 - No Change, effective from 10/1/2022 through 9/30/2023
  • FY 2022 - No Change, effective from 10/1/2021 through 9/30/2022
  • FY 2021 - No Change, effective from 10/1/2020 through 9/30/2021
  • FY 2020 - No Change, effective from 10/1/2019 through 9/30/2020
  • FY 2019 - No Change, effective from 10/1/2018 through 9/30/2019
  • FY 2018 - No Change, effective from 10/1/2017 through 9/30/2018
  • FY 2017 - No Change, effective from 10/1/2016 through 9/30/2017
  • FY 2016 - New Code, effective from 10/1/2015 through 9/30/2016. This was the first year ICD-10-CM was implemented into the HIPAA code set.