Pasngr in pk-up/van inj in clsn w hv veh nontraf, sequela

This code describes the long-term effects or complications arising from an injury sustained by a passenger in a pickup truck or van. The original injury occurred during a collision with a heavy transport vehicle (e.g., semi-truck) or a bus, and the accident took place off a public roadway (e.g., private property, parking lot). This code is used when the acute injury has resolved, but the patient continues to experience residual problems.

Use this code for follow-up encounters or when documenting chronic conditions directly resulting from such an accident. Examples include chronic pain, limited range of motion, nerve damage, or psychological sequelae (e.g., PTSD) that are a direct consequence of the original injury. It signifies that the patient is presenting for care related to the lasting impact of the past trauma.

• Always sequence this sequela code after the code(s) for the specific residual condition(s) being treated.
• Ensure the documentation clearly links the current condition to the past accident involving a pickup/van passenger and a heavy transport vehicle/bus in a non-traffic setting.
• Verify that the accident was indeed a "nontraffic" event, meaning it did not occur on a public highway or road.