Accidental discharge of unsp larger firearm, subs encntr

This code signifies an injury resulting from the unintentional firing of a large firearm, such as a rifle or shotgun, during a subsequent encounter for the same injury. It indicates that the patient is receiving follow-up care for an accidental gunshot wound sustained from a larger caliber weapon.

Apply this code when a patient presents for ongoing treatment, such as wound care, physical therapy, or medication management, for an injury initially caused by the accidental discharge of a large firearm. This includes scenarios like follow-up appointments for a healing gunshot wound to an extremity or torso.

• Ensure the encounter is for follow-up care, not the initial treatment, as indicated by the "D" seventh character.
• Verify that the firearm involved was a "larger" type (e.g., rifle, shotgun) and not a handgun.
• Confirm the discharge was accidental and not intentional self-harm or assault.