Prsn brd/alit a car injured in collision w car, init

This code describes an injury sustained by an individual who was in the process of entering or exiting a car when that car was involved in a collision with another type of car. This indicates the patient was a pedestrian relative to their own vehicle at the moment of impact. The "initial encounter" signifies that this is the first time the patient is receiving active treatment for this specific injury.

Use this code when documenting injuries to a patient who was struck by another vehicle while they were either getting into or out of their own car. This applies to scenarios such as being hit by an oncoming car while opening a car door or being pinned between two vehicles while attempting to board or alight.

• Always assign an external cause code (V-Y codes) in conjunction with an injury code (S00-T88).
• Ensure the "initial encounter" seventh character is appropriate for the patient's current phase of treatment.
• Verify the "other type car" aspect of the collision to differentiate from collisions with fixed objects, pedestrians, or other non-car vehicles.