Struck by field hockey puck, subsequent encounter

This code indicates an injury sustained from being hit by a field hockey puck, specifically for follow-up care after the initial treatment. It signifies that the patient is presenting for further evaluation, management, or recovery related to the original incident.

This code is appropriate for encounters such as follow-up appointments for fracture healing, wound care after initial laceration repair, or physical therapy sessions stemming from a field hockey puck impact. It should be used when the patient is seen for complications, sequelae, or ongoing treatment of the original injury.

• Requires a seventh character "D" for subsequent encounter.
• Always sequence this external cause code after the primary diagnosis code for the actual injury sustained.
• Ensure the documentation clearly states the injury was caused by a field hockey puck and that this is not the initial visit for the injury.