Prsn outsd pk-up/van inj in clsn w nonmtr veh in traf, sqla

This code describes a long-term consequence or complication arising from an injury sustained by an individual who was riding on the exterior of a pickup truck or van during a traffic accident. The initial collision involved another non-motorized vehicle. The "S" indicates that this is a sequela, meaning the patient is presenting for treatment of a residual condition from the original injury.

Use this code when documenting follow-up care for conditions directly resulting from an injury sustained in the described scenario, such as chronic pain, scar revision, or rehabilitation for a permanent disability. This code is appropriate for encounters occurring long after the initial injury has healed, but where the patient is still experiencing effects.

• Ensure the documentation clearly links the current condition to the original injury event.
• Always use this code as a secondary diagnosis, following the code for the specific sequela being treated.
• Verify that the initial injury occurred in a traffic accident involving another non-motor vehicle and the patient was an occupant on the outside of a pickup truck or van.