Person outsd 3-whl mv inj in clsn w 2/3-whl mv in traf, sqla

This code describes a sequela of an injury sustained by an individual who was an occupant on the exterior of a three-wheeled motor vehicle. The injury occurred during a traffic accident involving a collision with another two- or three-wheeled motor vehicle. "Sequela" indicates a late effect or complication of the initial injury.

Apply this code when documenting a long-term consequence or residual condition resulting from an injury sustained in the described motor vehicle accident. This is appropriate for follow-up encounters addressing chronic issues directly attributable to the original incident, such as scar contractures, chronic pain, or neurological deficits. It should not be used for the initial acute injury encounter.

• Always use in conjunction with a code describing the specific sequela (e.g., chronic pain, scar, neurological deficit).
• Ensure the patient was an "outside" occupant, not inside the vehicle, and the collision was with another two- or three-wheeled vehicle.
• Confirm the encounter is for a late effect, not the acute phase of the injury.