Fall d/t clsn betw inflatbl crft and oth wtrcrft/obj, subs

This code describes injuries sustained from a fall that occurred during a subsequent encounter, specifically when an individual was in a non-motorized inflatable craft that collided with another watercraft or object. The "subsequent encounter" indicates that the patient is receiving follow-up care for injuries initially sustained in such an incident.

Use this code for patients presenting for ongoing treatment, such as wound care, physical therapy, or follow-up appointments, related to injuries from a fall out of an inflatable craft due to a collision. This applies when the initial injury has already been treated and the patient is no longer in the acute phase of care.

• Always pair this external cause code with an injury code describing the specific injury sustained.
• Ensure documentation clearly specifies a "subsequent encounter" for the injury related to the fall.
• Verify the craft involved was non-powered and inflatable, and the fall was due to a collision.