Parachutist entangled in object, subsequent encounter

This code describes a situation where a parachutist has previously sustained injuries due to becoming entangled in an object during a parachute jump, and is now presenting for follow-up care or treatment of residual effects. This indicates that the initial injury event has already been addressed, and the current encounter is for ongoing management.

Use this code for subsequent encounters related to injuries sustained when a parachutist was entangled in an object. This includes visits for physical therapy, wound care, follow-up appointments for fracture healing, or management of chronic pain stemming from the original incident. It is appropriate when the patient is no longer in the acute phase of injury.

• Ensure the encounter is for follow-up care and not the initial treatment of the injury.
• Always code the specific injury(ies) sustained by the parachutist in addition to this external cause code.
• Verify documentation clearly states the entanglement occurred during a parachute jump and this is a subsequent visit.