Struck by golf ball, initial encounter

This code signifies an injury sustained from being hit by a golf ball. It specifically indicates the initial treatment or evaluation for such an incident, encompassing a range of potential injuries from contusions to more severe trauma.

Apply this code when a patient presents for the first time following an injury caused by being struck by a golf ball, whether on a golf course, driving range, or other setting. This includes emergency department visits, urgent care, or initial physician office evaluations for the resulting trauma.

• Always use a secondary code to describe the specific nature of the injury (e.g., contusion, fracture, concussion).
• Ensure the "A" for initial encounter is appropriate; subsequent care would use "D" or "S."
• Verify the mechanism of injury was indeed a golf ball, not another type of ball or object.