Asslt by strike agnst or bumped into by another person, init

This code signifies an injury sustained when an individual is physically struck or forcibly bumped by another person, indicating an intentional act of aggression. It covers direct physical contact that results in harm, excluding injuries from weapons or other specific forms of assault.

Apply this code when documenting injuries resulting from a physical altercation where the patient was hit or pushed by another individual. This is appropriate for initial encounters for conditions such as contusions, abrasions, or minor fractures directly caused by such an incident.

• Ensure documentation clearly states the injury was due to being struck or bumped by another person, not an accidental fall or other mechanism.
• This code is for the initial encounter; subsequent visits for the same injury will require a different seventh character.
• Always code the specific injury first, followed by this external cause code to provide context.