Person injured in collision betw car and pk-up/van, init

This code signifies that a patient sustained injuries as a direct result of a traffic accident involving a car and a pick-up truck or van. It indicates the initial phase of treatment for these injuries.

Apply this code when documenting the initial presentation of a patient who was involved in a motor vehicle collision where a car and a pick-up truck or van were the primary vehicles involved on a public roadway. This includes drivers, passengers, or pedestrians injured in such an event.

• Ensure the documentation clearly specifies the vehicle types involved as a car and a pick-up truck/van.
• Confirm the encounter is for the initial treatment of the injuries sustained in the accident.
• Always code with additional injury codes to fully describe the patient's condition.