Car driver injured in collision w SUV nontraf, sequela

This code signifies a car driver's long-term health condition or complication resulting from an injury sustained during a collision with a sport utility vehicle. The collision occurred in a non-traffic environment, such as a parking lot or private property. The "sequela" designation indicates that the current encounter is for the management of a residual effect of the original injury, not the initial injury itself.

Apply this code when a car driver presents for follow-up care, rehabilitation, or treatment of a chronic condition directly attributable to an injury sustained in a non-traffic collision with an SUV. Examples include chronic pain, limited range of motion, or neurological deficits stemming from the original accident. This code is appropriate for encounters occurring after the acute phase of the injury has passed.

• Always use this code as a secondary diagnosis, following the code for the specific sequela being treated.
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to the past non-traffic collision with an SUV.
• Verify the "S" extension for sequela is appropriate, indicating a late effect of the injury.