Person outside car injured in collision w SUV nontraf, init

This code describes an individual who was outside of a vehicle and sustained injuries when struck by a sport utility vehicle (SUV) in a non-traffic incident. This indicates the collision occurred off a public roadway, such as in a parking lot or private property. The "initial encounter" signifies that this code is used for the first time a patient is receiving active treatment for this specific injury.

This code is appropriate for documenting injuries sustained by a pedestrian, cyclist, or other person not inside a vehicle, who was hit by an SUV in a non-roadway setting. Examples include a person hit by an SUV backing out of a driveway, a pedestrian struck in a private parking garage, or an individual injured during an off-road incident on private land.

• Ensure the accident definitively occurred in a non-traffic setting, not on a public highway or street.
• Verify the striking vehicle was specifically a sport utility vehicle (SUV).
• Append subsequent encounter or sequela codes for follow-up care or late effects, respectively.