Motion sickness, subsequent encounter

This code describes motion sickness experienced by a patient during a subsequent visit for treatment or follow-up. It indicates symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, dizziness, or headache that are triggered by movement, typically in vehicles, boats, or amusement rides, and are being addressed again after initial care.

Use this code when a patient presents for ongoing management of motion sickness, such as adjusting medication, discussing preventative strategies, or following up on the effectiveness of previous interventions. This applies to situations where the patient has already received initial diagnosis and/or treatment for the condition.

• Ensure documentation clearly indicates this is not the initial encounter for the motion sickness.
• Code any associated symptoms (e.g., nausea, vomiting) separately if they are significant and require additional specificity.
• Consider if an external cause code (V-code) is appropriate to specify the mode of transport if relevant to the encounter.