Activity, running

This code indicates that running was the activity being performed when an injury or other adverse event occurred. It specifies the physical exertion of running as the external cause factor.

Use this code as a secondary external cause code when documenting an injury that occurred while the patient was running. This includes activities such as jogging, sprinting, or running as part of a sport or exercise.

• Always assign this code with an accompanying primary external cause code (e.g., W03.XXXA for fall on same level).
• Do not use this code for injuries sustained during organized sports where a more specific activity code is available (e.g., Y93.6_ for specific sports).
• This code provides valuable data for injury prevention and public health surveillance.