Activity, horseback riding

This code indicates that an injury or adverse health event occurred during the activity of horseback riding. It specifies the recreational or occupational context in which the incident took place, rather than the nature of the injury itself.

This code is used as an external cause code to provide additional information when a patient presents with an injury sustained while riding a horse. It should be assigned in conjunction with a primary diagnosis code describing the actual injury (e.g., fracture, sprain, concussion).

• Always assign this code as a secondary diagnosis following the primary injury code.
• Ensure documentation clearly states the injury occurred during horseback riding.
• Do not use this code for injuries sustained by spectators or individuals involved in horse care not actively riding.