Assault by strike by hockey stick, initial encounter

This code describes an injury sustained as a direct result of an intentional act of violence where a hockey stick was used to strike the patient. It specifically indicates the initial presentation for treatment of this assault.

Apply this code when documenting an injury resulting from an assault involving a hockey stick, such as a concussion, fracture, or contusion. This is appropriate for the first time the patient seeks medical attention for this specific incident.

• Always sequence this external cause code after the primary injury code(s).
• Ensure documentation clearly states the injury was due to an assault and involved a hockey stick.
• Verify the encounter is indeed the initial treatment for this specific injury event.