Car driver injured in collision w ped/anml in traf, subs

This code signifies that a car driver sustained injuries in a motor vehicle accident involving a pedestrian or an animal, and the patient is presenting for follow-up care after the initial treatment. It indicates that the collision occurred within a traffic environment, distinguishing it from non-traffic incidents.

Use this code for subsequent encounters when a car driver is being treated for injuries sustained from striking a pedestrian or an animal on a public roadway or traffic area. This includes follow-up visits for wound care, physical therapy, or monitoring of internal injuries related to the initial impact.

• Ensure the encounter is for follow-up care; initial encounters would use the 'A' seventh character.
• Verify the patient was the driver of the car, not a passenger or pedestrian.
• Confirm the collision involved a pedestrian or an animal, not another vehicle.