Hang-glider crash injuring occupant, initial encounter

This code signifies an injury sustained by an individual while operating or being a passenger in a hang-glider that has crashed. It specifically captures the external cause of the injury, indicating a traumatic event involving a hang-gliding accident.

Apply this code when documenting the initial treatment for injuries resulting from a hang-glider crash. This includes emergency department visits, initial hospital admissions, or the first encounter with a healthcare provider for the injuries sustained in such an incident.

• Always assign an additional code(s) for the specific injury(ies) sustained.
• Ensure the "A" (initial encounter) seventh character is appropriate for the patient's first visit for this condition.
• Do not use for injuries sustained by a person on the ground struck by a hang-glider; refer to other external cause codes for those scenarios.