Other contact with duck, initial encounter

This code signifies an initial encounter where a patient has sustained an injury or adverse effect due to direct physical interaction with a duck, excluding bites. It covers various types of contact, such as being pecked, scratched, or run into by a duck, leading to a presenting complaint.

This code is appropriate when a patient presents with an injury, such as a contusion, abrasion, or sprain, directly attributable to an encounter with a duck. It should be used for the initial visit related to this specific incident, prior to any subsequent follow-up care.

• Always use in conjunction with an injury code (e.g., S00-T88) to specify the nature of the injury.
• Ensure the documentation clearly states the injury was caused by contact with a duck, not a bite (which has a separate code).
• For subsequent encounters for the same injury, use the appropriate follow-up or sequela extension (D or S).