Hang-glider collision injuring occupant, subs encntr

This code signifies an injury sustained by an individual involved in a hang-glider collision, specifically when the patient is presenting for follow-up care after the initial treatment of the injury. It indicates that the patient was the occupant of the hang-glider at the time of the collision.

Apply this code for any subsequent encounter with a healthcare provider for an injury that originated from a hang-glider collision where the patient was the occupant. This includes follow-up visits for wound care, fracture management, physical therapy, or medication adjustments related to the initial injury. Do not use for the initial treatment of the injury.

• Always use in conjunction with an injury code (e.g., fracture, sprain, laceration) to specify the nature of the injury.
• The "D" in the seventh character indicates a subsequent encounter, meaning the patient is receiving routine care during the healing or recovery phase.
• Ensure documentation clearly states the patient was the occupant of the hang-glider and that the visit is not for the initial treatment.