Bather struck by nonpowered watercraft, subsequent encounter

AIClinical Context

Clinical Description

This code describes an injury sustained by an individual who was bathing (e.g., swimming, wading) and was hit by a non-motorized water vessel. This particular code is used for follow-up care after the initial injury has been treated.

When to Use

Apply this code when a patient presents for subsequent treatment, such as wound care, physical therapy, or follow-up evaluations, related to an injury caused by being struck by a sailboat, canoe, rowboat, or similar non-motorized watercraft while they were in the water. This includes situations where the patient is recovering from fractures, contusions, or other trauma from the incident.

Coding Tips

Ensure the encounter is for follow-up care, not the initial treatment.
Always code with an external cause code (V94.12-) and an injury code.
Verify the patient was actively bathing or in the water when struck.

AI-generated reference. Verify against official guidelines.

Crosswalks

E83.85ApproxICD-9

Same Category

V94Other and unspecified water transport accidents V94.0Hitting obj/botm of body of water due to fall from wtrcrft V94.0XXAHitting obj/botm of body of wtr d/t fall from wtrcrft, init V94.0XXDHitting obj/botm of body of wtr d/t fall from wtrcrft, subs V94.0XXS