Struck by nonvenomous lizards, subsequent encounter

This code describes an injury sustained from being struck by a nonvenomous lizard, indicating that the patient is presenting for follow-up care after the initial injury. This could include wound checks, infection management, or addressing lingering symptoms from the initial impact.

Use this code when a patient returns for subsequent treatment related to an injury caused by a nonvenomous lizard. This applies to visits for complications, ongoing care, or evaluation after the initial encounter has been coded.

• Always sequence this code after the primary diagnosis describing the nature of the injury (e.g., contusion, open wound).
• Ensure the "D" seventh character is appropriate for a subsequent encounter, indicating ongoing care.
• Verify that the lizard was explicitly documented as nonvenomous; otherwise, consider codes for venomous bites.