Animal-rider injured in collision w ped/anml, subs

This code signifies an injury sustained by an individual riding an animal (e.g., horse, camel) who was involved in a collision with either a pedestrian or another animal. The "D" seventh character indicates this is a subsequent encounter, meaning the patient is receiving follow-up care for an injury initially treated in an earlier encounter.

This code is appropriate for documenting follow-up visits for injuries such as fractures, sprains, or contusions sustained by an animal rider in a collision with a pedestrian or another animal. Examples include a jockey returning for physical therapy after a fall caused by a collision with another horse, or a trail rider seeking wound care for an injury sustained when their horse collided with a hiker.

• Ensure the "D" seventh character is appropriate for subsequent care, not initial treatment or sequela.
• Always code the specific injury (e.g., fracture, sprain) first, followed by this external cause code.
• Verify the patient was the animal rider, not the pedestrian or the other animal's rider, for accurate application.