Glider (nonpowered) fire injuring occupant, subs encntr

This code signifies an injury sustained by an occupant of a nonpowered glider due to a fire, specifically for a patient presenting for follow-up care after the initial treatment of the injury. It indicates that the patient is in the healing phase or receiving ongoing management for complications from the original incident.

Apply this code for subsequent visits related to injuries (e.g., burns, smoke inhalation, fractures) that occurred during a glider fire. This includes appointments for wound care, physical therapy, medication adjustments, or evaluation of long-term effects stemming from the initial fire event.

• Ensure the encounter is for follow-up care, not the initial treatment of the injury.
• Always code the specific injury(ies) sustained in addition to this external cause code.
• Verify the mode of transport was a nonpowered glider and the cause was a fire.