Parachutist entangled in object, initial encounter

This code signifies an injury or incident where a parachutist becomes ensnared or caught in an object during a parachute jump. This entanglement prevents a safe landing or causes an adverse event due to the obstruction. It specifically refers to the initial presentation of such an incident.

Use this code for a patient presenting with injuries sustained during a parachute jump where their parachute or person became entangled in an object, such as trees, power lines, or structures. This applies to the very first encounter for treatment of these injuries.

• Always assign an external cause code (V97.21XA) in conjunction with an injury code describing the specific nature of the injury (e.g., fracture, sprain).
• Ensure the "A" for initial encounter is used only for the first time the patient is seen for this specific incident.
• Consider additional external cause codes if other factors contributed to the incident, such as adverse weather conditions.