Person outsd pk-up/van inj in clsn w ped/anml in traf, subs

This code describes an individual who was riding on the exterior of a pickup truck or van and sustained injuries during a traffic accident involving a pedestrian or an animal. The "D" suffix indicates that this is a subsequent encounter for the injury, meaning the patient is receiving follow-up care after the initial treatment.

Use this code when documenting follow-up care for injuries sustained by a patient who was an external occupant of a pickup truck or van involved in a collision with a pedestrian or animal. This applies to situations such as a patient returning for wound checks, physical therapy, or medication adjustments related to the initial incident.

• Ensure the documentation clearly states the patient was on the outside of the vehicle.
• Verify the encounter is for follow-up care, not the initial treatment, to justify the "D" suffix.
• Always code the specific injuries sustained in addition to this external cause code.