Person outside car injured in clsn w car nontraf, sequela

This code signifies a delayed or residual condition resulting from an injury sustained by an individual who was outside of a car during a collision with another type of car. The initial incident occurred in a non-traffic setting, such as a parking lot or private property. The "sequela" indicates that the current encounter is for a long-term effect or complication of that original injury.

Apply this code when documenting follow-up care for chronic pain, scar tissue, limited range of motion, or other lasting impairments directly attributable to the specified motor vehicle accident. This is appropriate for encounters occurring after the initial acute injury has been treated.

• Always append the 7th character "S" for sequela when the encounter is for a late effect of the injury.
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to the original non-traffic collision.
• Code any specific sequelae (e.g., chronic pain, fracture nonunion) in addition to this external cause code.