Driver of hv veh inj pick-up truck, pk-up/van in traf, init

This code identifies injuries sustained by an individual operating a large commercial vehicle, such as a semi-truck or bus, when involved in a traffic accident with a smaller passenger vehicle. The collision occurred on a public roadway, and the patient is presenting for initial treatment of their injuries.

Apply this code when documenting the initial encounter for a truck driver, bus driver, or other heavy transport vehicle operator who was injured in a crash with a car, pickup truck, or van. This is appropriate for emergency department visits, initial hospital admissions, or the first outpatient visit related to the accident.

• Ensure the patient was the driver of the heavy transport vehicle, not a passenger or pedestrian.
• Verify the opposing vehicle was a car, pickup truck, or van; other vehicle types require a different code.
• Confirm this is the initial encounter for treatment of the injuries from this specific accident.