Slip/trip w/o falling due to stepping on object, subs

This code describes an injury that occurred when a patient slipped, tripped, or stumbled due to stepping on an object, but did not actually fall to the ground. This specific code is used for encounters following the initial treatment of such an incident.

Use this code for follow-up visits related to symptoms or complications arising from a prior incident where the patient nearly lost their balance after stepping on an object, but managed to recover without a full fall. This could include ongoing pain, bruising, or sprains resulting from the sudden movement to regain balance.

• Ensure the documentation clearly states the patient did not fall, only slipped/tripped/stumbled.
• Verify that the encounter is for follow-up care, not the initial presentation of the injury.
• Always code an external cause (V, W, X, Y) code in conjunction with an injury code (S00-T88) to fully describe the circumstances.