Driver of pk-up/van inj in clsn w 2/3-whl mv in traf, sqla

This code signifies a driver of a pickup truck or van who sustained injuries in a traffic accident involving a two- or three-wheeled motor vehicle, where the long-term effects or complications of that injury are now being treated. It indicates that the initial acute injury has passed, and the patient is presenting for care related to residual conditions.

Apply this code when documenting follow-up care for a pickup truck or van driver experiencing sequelae from a past collision with a motorcycle, scooter, or similar vehicle. This includes scenarios such as chronic pain, nerve damage, or limited mobility directly attributable to the original accident.

• 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 traffic accident involving the specified vehicle types.
• Verify the patient was the driver of the pickup truck or van, not a passenger or pedestrian.