Struck by field hockey stick, subsequent encounter

This code signifies an injury sustained from being hit by a field hockey stick, specifically during a follow-up visit for the initial injury. It indicates that the patient is receiving ongoing care for the trauma caused by this specific mechanism.

This code is appropriate for use in outpatient settings or during subsequent hospital admissions when a patient is being treated for complications, follow-up care, or rehabilitation related to an initial injury caused by a field hockey stick. It should be used after the initial encounter for the injury has been coded.

• Always pair with an external cause code (V00-Y99) to fully describe the circumstances of the injury.
• Ensure the "D" seventh character is used only for subsequent encounters, not for the initial treatment of the injury.
• Verify documentation clearly indicates the injury was caused by a field hockey stick and not another type of sports equipment.