Snow-skier colliding with stationary object, subs encntr

This code describes injuries sustained by a snow-skier who impacted a non-moving object during a subsequent medical visit. It signifies that the patient is receiving follow-up care for an injury that occurred during a prior skiing incident involving a stationary collision.

Apply this code when documenting a patient's return visit for ongoing treatment, rehabilitation, or evaluation of injuries resulting from a previous snow-skiing accident where they hit a fixed object. This includes scenarios like follow-up appointments for fractures, sprains, or concussions sustained in such an event.

• Ensure the encounter is for follow-up care, not the initial injury.
• Always code the specific injury(ies) first, then this external cause code.
• Verify the patient was a snow-skier and the collision was with a stationary object.