In simple words: This code is used when someone gets hurt in an accident involving a plane (like a helicopter or airplane).It's used along with another code that describes the specific injury.

This ICD-10-CM code classifies accidents involving powered aircraft that result in injury to an occupant of the aircraft.It is used to indicate the external cause of injury, and should be used secondary to a code from another chapter specifying the nature of the injury sustained.The code does not specify the type of aircraft involved or the severity of the injury.

Example 1: A pilot sustains a fractured femur and rib contusions following a forced landing of a single-engine aircraft., A passenger on a commercial airliner experiences a concussion and minor lacerations due to severe turbulence., A passenger in a helicopter suffers from multiple traumas, including a head injury, following a crash landing.

Comprehensive documentation is required, including details of the accident (type of aircraft, weather conditions, contributing factors), the mechanism of injury, and a complete description of all injuries sustained by the patient.

** The information provided here is for educational purposes and should not be considered medical advice. Always refer to the most up-to-date official ICD-10-CM coding guidelines for accurate coding practices.This code is used for billing and statistical purposes and does not replace a thorough clinical evaluation and diagnosis.