Prsn outsd pk-up/van inj in clsn w nonmtr veh in traf, subs

This code signifies a follow-up encounter for an individual who was injured while riding on the exterior of a pickup truck or van. The injury resulted from a traffic accident where their vehicle collided with another non-motorized vehicle (e.g., bicycle, animal-drawn vehicle, or pedestrian). This code is used for care provided after the initial treatment of the injury.

Use this code for subsequent visits related to the initial injury, such as wound care, physical therapy, follow-up imaging, or medication adjustments. It applies when the patient is returning for ongoing management of injuries sustained in the described traffic accident. This code is appropriate for any encounter after the initial emergency room visit or hospitalization.

• Ensure the encounter is for follow-up care, not the initial treatment.
• Verify the patient was an occupant on the outside of the pickup truck or van.
• Confirm the collision involved a non-motor vehicle in a traffic accident.