Rider of nonpowr wtrcrft struck by oth nonpowr wtrcrft, sqla

This code describes injuries or conditions that are a late effect or complication resulting from an incident where an individual on a non-motorized watercraft (e.g., canoe, kayak, paddleboard) was hit by another non-motorized watercraft. These sequelae can manifest long after the initial impact, representing chronic issues or residual damage.

Apply this code when documenting a patient's current condition that is a direct consequence of a past collision between two nonpowered watercraft, where the patient was the rider of one of them. This is appropriate for chronic pain, nerve damage, scar tissue, or functional limitations directly attributable to such an event that occurred in the past.

• Always use in conjunction with a code identifying the specific sequela (e.g., chronic pain, fracture nonunion).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to the past watercraft collision.
• The "S" in the seventh character indicates sequela, meaning the initial injury has healed, but residual effects persist.