Car driver injured in collision w pedal cycle in traf, subs

This code describes a follow-up encounter for a car driver who sustained injuries in a traffic accident involving a collision with a pedal cycle. The initial injury has already been treated, and this visit pertains to ongoing care, complications, or recovery related to that specific incident.

This code is appropriate for subsequent visits where a car driver is receiving ongoing treatment for injuries sustained when their vehicle collided with a bicycle. Examples include follow-up appointments for fracture care, physical therapy, wound checks, or management of post-concussion syndrome stemming from the original accident.

• Ensure the patient was the driver of the car, not a passenger or pedestrian.
• Verify the encounter is for a subsequent visit, not the initial treatment of the injury.
• Always code the specific injury(ies) sustained in the accident first, followed by this external cause code.