Activity, wrestling

This code identifies wrestling as the activity being performed when an injury occurred. It specifies the mechanism of injury as participation in the sport of wrestling, differentiating it from other physical activities.

Use this code as an external cause code when a patient presents with an injury sustained while actively engaged in wrestling, whether competitive, recreational, or during practice. It should be assigned in conjunction with the primary injury code.

• Always assign this code as a secondary diagnosis following the code for the actual injury.
• Ensure documentation clearly states the injury occurred during wrestling.
• Do not use for injuries sustained while watching wrestling or from a wrestling-related activity that isn't the sport itself.