Struck by ice hockey puck, initial encounter

This code signifies an injury sustained when a patient is hit by an ice hockey puck. It specifically applies to the initial medical assessment and treatment for such an incident. The injury can range from contusions and lacerations to more severe trauma like fractures or concussions.

Apply this code when documenting the first visit for a patient who has been struck by an ice hockey puck during play or practice. This includes emergency department visits, urgent care encounters, or the initial physician's office visit for evaluation of the injury.

• Always use in conjunction with an external cause code (V00-Y99) to fully describe the circumstances of the injury.
• Requires an additional code to specify the nature of the injury (e.g., S06.0X0A for concussion, S82.221A for displaced transverse fracture of right tibia).
• The 7th character "A" indicates an initial encounter, meaning the patient is receiving active treatment for the injury.