Ped on foot injured in clsn w rail trn/veh in traf, subs

This code indicates an injury sustained by a pedestrian who was struck by a train or other railway vehicle during a traffic accident, specifically for encounters after the initial treatment. It signifies that the patient is receiving follow-up care for injuries sustained in such an event.

Use this code for any subsequent visits related to the initial pedestrian-train collision, such as wound care, physical therapy, or follow-up appointments for fractures. This applies after the acute phase of injury management has passed.

• Always pair with an external cause code (V00-Y99) to fully describe the circumstances of the injury.
• Ensure the "D" (subsequent encounter) is appropriate for the patient's current stage of care.
• Do not use for initial treatment of the injury; refer to the "A" (initial encounter) code for that scenario.