Prsn brd/alit a car injured in clsn w pick-up truck, subs

This code signifies an injury sustained by an individual who was in the process of entering or exiting a car when it was involved in a collision with a pick-up truck. The "subsequent encounter" designation indicates that this code is used for follow-up care after the initial treatment for the injury.

This code is appropriate for documenting ongoing care, such as follow-up appointments, physical therapy, or medication management, for injuries sustained in the described motor vehicle accident. It should be used when the patient is seen for complications, healing, or further treatment related to the initial incident.

• Ensure the documentation clearly states the patient was boarding or alighting a car, not merely a passenger.
• Verify the colliding vehicle was specifically a pick-up truck.
• Confirm this is not the initial encounter for the injury; look for terms like "follow-up," "re-evaluation," or "post-op visit."