Struck by golf ball, subsequent encounter

This code signifies an injury sustained from being hit by a golf ball, specifically for follow-up care after the initial treatment. It indicates that the patient is returning for further evaluation, management, or treatment of the original injury.

Apply this code when a patient presents for a subsequent visit related to an injury caused by being struck by a golf ball. This includes follow-up appointments for wound checks, cast changes, physical therapy, or re-evaluation of symptoms after the initial encounter.

• Always pair this external cause code with a primary diagnosis code detailing the specific injury (e.g., contusion, fracture).
• Ensure the "D" seventh character is appropriate for subsequent encounters; avoid using "A" (initial) or "S" (sequela) for these scenarios.
• Verify documentation clearly indicates the injury was caused by a golf ball and that this is not the first visit for this specific incident.