Military deployment status

This code indicates that a patient's current or past military deployment status is relevant to their health encounter. It signifies that the patient has been, or is currently, deployed as part of military service, which may impact their physical or mental health.

Use this code when a patient's military deployment history or current deployment status is a contributing factor to their presenting symptoms, diagnosis, or treatment plan. This is particularly relevant for conditions like PTSD, exposure-related illnesses, or injuries sustained during service.

• Always sequence this code as a secondary diagnosis, as it describes a circumstance rather than a primary medical condition.
• Do not use this code for general military veteran status; it specifically refers to deployment.
• Consider using additional Z codes for other relevant social determinants of health or occupational exposures.