Occup of 3-whl mv injured in clsn w oth mv in traf, init

This code signifies an injury sustained by an individual whose specific role (e.g., driver, passenger) within a three-wheeled motor vehicle is not documented, following a collision with another motor vehicle on a public roadway. The injury occurred during the initial phase of treatment.

This code is appropriate for documenting injuries when the medical record clearly indicates a three-wheeled vehicle was involved in a multi-vehicle traffic accident, but the precise occupant status (driver or passenger) is unknown. It is used for the initial encounter for treatment of these injuries.

• Ensure the documentation explicitly states a "three-wheeled motor vehicle" and a "collision with other motor vehicles."
• Only use this code when the occupant's specific role (driver/passenger) is truly unspecified in the medical record.
• Confirm this is the patient's initial encounter for treatment of the injuries from this specific accident.