Unsp nonpowered-aircraft accident injuring occupant, init

This code signifies an injury sustained by an occupant in an accident involving any type of non-motorized aircraft, such as a glider, hang glider, or balloon, where the specific type of nonpowered aircraft or the nature of the accident is not documented. It indicates the initial phase of treatment for such an injury.

Apply this code when a patient presents with injuries resulting from an accident involving a nonpowered aircraft, and the medical record lacks specific details about the aircraft type or the exact circumstances of the accident. This is appropriate for the initial encounter for treatment of these injuries.

• Only use when the specific type of nonpowered aircraft (e.g., glider, balloon) is not documented.
• Ensure the "A" seventh character is appended for the initial encounter for treatment.
• Always code additional external cause codes to fully describe the circumstances of the accident, if known.