Overexertion from repetitive movements, subsequent encounter

This code signifies an injury or condition resulting from excessive physical strain due to repeated motions, where the patient is receiving follow-up care for the initial injury. It indicates that the overexertion was specifically caused by the repetitive nature of the activity, rather than a single strenuous event.

Use this code for patients presenting for ongoing treatment, such as physical therapy, follow-up appointments with a specialist, or medication management, for an injury like carpal tunnel syndrome, tendinitis, or epicondylitis that was initially caused by repetitive movements. This applies when the initial injury has already been diagnosed and treated, and the patient is now in the recovery or management phase.

• Ensure the documentation clearly states the injury is due to repetitive movements and that this is not the initial encounter for the injury.
• Always sequence this code after the primary diagnosis describing the specific injury (e.g., carpal tunnel syndrome, tendinitis).
• The "D" seventh character indicates a subsequent encounter, meaning the patient is receiving routine care during the healing or recovery phase.