Car pasngr injured in clsn w pick-up truck in traf, sequela

This code signifies a long-term or late-effect condition resulting from a car passenger being injured in a traffic accident involving a collision with a pick-up truck. It indicates that the initial injury has resolved, but the patient continues to experience residual symptoms or complications directly attributable to that specific incident.

Apply this code when documenting follow-up care for conditions like chronic pain, limited range of motion, neurological deficits, or psychological sequelae (e.g., PTSD) that are directly linked to an injury sustained as a car passenger in a collision with a pick-up truck. This is used 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 original car-pick-up truck collision.
• The "S" at the end indicates sequela, meaning it's for conditions arising as a late effect of the initial injury.