Encounter for examination for participation in sport

This code signifies a preventive health encounter where a patient undergoes a physical examination specifically to determine their fitness and eligibility for participation in organized sports activities. The examination typically assesses cardiovascular, musculoskeletal, and general health to identify any conditions that might pose a risk during athletic exertion.

Use this code when a healthy individual presents for a pre-participation physical required by a school, league, or organization for sports involvement. This includes annual sports physicals for students or athletes without any acute complaints or chronic conditions being managed during the same visit.

• Do not use this code if the encounter is for the management of an existing medical condition, even if the patient is an athlete.
• If an abnormality is found during the sports physical, code the abnormality first, followed by this code.
• Ensure no other Excludes1 conditions (e.g., drug testing) are present, as those would necessitate a different primary code.