Accidental strike or bumped into by another person, subs

This code signifies an injury sustained when an individual is accidentally struck by or bumps into another person, and this is not the initial visit for the injury. It describes the mechanism of injury resulting from unintentional physical contact with another individual.

This code is appropriate for follow-up encounters related to injuries such as bruises, sprains, or minor fractures that occurred due to an accidental collision with another person. It should be used when the patient presents for subsequent care, like wound checks, physical therapy, or re-evaluation of the injury.

• Always pair this external cause code with an injury code describing the specific nature of the injury.
• Ensure the encounter is clearly documented as a follow-up or subsequent visit for the original injury.
• Distinguish from intentional acts of violence, which would require different external cause codes.