Driver injured in collision w oth mv in traf, subs

This code describes a patient who was the driver of a vehicle involved in a traffic accident with another motor vehicle, and is being seen for follow-up care related to injuries sustained in that collision. This indicates a subsequent visit for ongoing treatment, evaluation, or management of these injuries, rather than the initial presentation.

This code is appropriate for any encounter after the initial treatment for injuries sustained by a driver in a multi-vehicle traffic accident. This includes follow-up appointments for fracture care, physical therapy, wound checks, or medication management related to the accident. It signifies that the patient is no longer in the acute phase of injury.

• Always pair this external cause code with an injury code (e.g., fracture, sprain) to specify the nature of the injury.
• Ensure the "D" seventh character is appropriate for a subsequent encounter; "A" is for initial, "S" for sequela.
• Verify the patient was indeed the driver and that the collision involved another motor vehicle.