Car passenger injured in clsn w pick-up truck in traf, init

This code signifies an injury sustained by an occupant of a car involved in a traffic accident with a pickup truck. The injury occurred during the initial presentation for care following the collision. It specifically identifies the patient's role as a car passenger.

Apply this code when documenting injuries to a patient who was a passenger in a car that collided with a pickup truck on a public roadway. This is appropriate for the initial encounter for treatment of injuries resulting from such an event. It should be used in conjunction with codes for the specific injuries sustained.

• Ensure the patient was a passenger, not the driver, of the car.
• Verify the other vehicle involved was a pickup truck.
• Confirm this is the initial encounter for treatment of the accident-related injuries.