Occup of hv veh injured in clsn w ped/anml in traf, subs

This code describes an individual who was an occupant of a heavy transport vehicle (e.g., bus, truck) and sustained injuries in a traffic accident involving a pedestrian or an animal. The specific type of heavy transport vehicle and the nature of the collision with the pedestrian or animal are not specified in the documentation. This particular code is for a subsequent encounter, meaning the patient is receiving follow-up care for injuries sustained in the initial accident.

Use this code when a patient presents for ongoing treatment, rehabilitation, or follow-up care related to injuries sustained as an unspecified occupant of a heavy transport vehicle involved in a traffic accident with a pedestrian or animal. This code is appropriate when the initial encounter for the injury has already been coded and the patient is returning for subsequent care.

• Always strive for more specific codes if the type of heavy transport vehicle or the nature of the collision is documented.
• Ensure the "D" seventh character is appropriate for a subsequent encounter, indicating active treatment, routine care, or healing phase.
• Code all associated injuries sustained by the patient in addition to this external cause code.