Rider of nonpowr wtrcrft struck by powered watercraft, init

Rider of nonpowered watercraft struck by powered watercraft, initial encounter

AIClinical Context

Clinical Description

This code describes an injury sustained by an individual who was operating or riding in a non-motorized water vessel (e.g., canoe, kayak, rowboat, paddleboard) when it was hit by a motorized watercraft. The encounter is the initial one for this specific injury.

When to Use

Apply this code when documenting injuries to a person on a sailboat, raft, or other non-powered watercraft that was struck by a motorboat, jet ski, or similar powered vessel. This code is appropriate for the acute phase of treatment for injuries resulting from such an incident.

Coding Tips

Ensure the patient was an occupant of the non-powered watercraft.
Verify that the striking vessel was powered.
Confirm this is the initial encounter for the injury, not a subsequent visit for follow-up care.

AI-generated reference. Verify against official guidelines.

Crosswalks

E83.81ApproxICD-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