Driver of military vehicle injured nontraf, subs

This code signifies that a driver of a military vehicle is receiving follow-up care for injuries sustained in an accident that occurred off a public roadway. The initial injury has already been treated, and the patient is now presenting for subsequent treatment, such as wound care, physical therapy, or medication management related to the original incident.

Use this code for any encounter after the initial treatment for a military vehicle driver injured in an off-road accident. This includes visits for rehabilitation, monitoring of healing, or addressing complications arising from the original injury. This code would not be used for the initial emergency room visit or admission.

• Ensure the documentation clearly indicates the patient was the driver of a military vehicle and the accident was nontraffic.
• Verify that the encounter is for follow-up care, not the initial treatment of the injury.
• Always code the specific injury(ies) sustained in addition to this external cause code.