Contact with hypodermic needle, subsequent encounter

This code signifies an injury resulting from accidental contact with a hypodermic needle, occurring during a follow-up visit for the initial injury. This typically involves a puncture wound that has already received initial treatment and is now being re-evaluated or managed further.

Apply this code when a patient presents for ongoing care related to a previous hypodermic needle stick injury. This includes scenarios such as wound checks, management of potential infections, or follow-up for exposure prophylaxis after the initial encounter.

• Always use in conjunction with an external cause code (e.g., Y92.- for place of occurrence).
• Ensure the "D" seventh character is appropriate for subsequent care, not the initial injury.
• Consider additional codes for any resulting complications, such as infection or foreign body.