Hit by fall object due to acc to oth powered wtrcrft, subs

This code indicates an injury sustained when a person is struck by a falling object during an accident involving a powered watercraft other than a motorboat or sailboat. This specific code is used for encounters following the initial treatment of the injury.

Apply this code when a patient presents for follow-up care (e.g., wound check, cast removal, physical therapy) for an injury that occurred due to being hit by a falling object on a jet ski, personal watercraft, or other similar powered vessel. It is appropriate for subsequent visits after the initial emergency or acute care has been rendered.

• Ensure the documentation clearly states the injury was caused by a falling object, not a collision or other type of impact.
• Verify the type of watercraft involved is "other powered watercraft" and not a motorboat or sailboat.
• Confirm the encounter is for follow-up care, not the initial treatment of the injury.