Driver of hv veh injured in clsn w hv veh nontraf, sequela

This code signifies the long-term effects or complications arising from an injury sustained by the driver of a heavy transport vehicle (e.g., truck, tractor-trailer) involved in a collision with another heavy transport vehicle or a bus. The accident must have occurred in a non-traffic setting, such as a private road, parking lot, or industrial area. The sequela could include chronic pain, permanent disability, or other lasting health issues directly attributable to the original incident.

Use this code when documenting the residual conditions or late effects of an injury sustained by a heavy transport vehicle driver in a non-traffic collision with another heavy transport vehicle or a bus, after the acute phase of the injury has passed. This is appropriate for follow-up visits, rehabilitation, or when managing chronic issues stemming from such an event. It indicates that the current medical issue is a consequence of that specific past accident.

• Ensure the documentation clearly states the patient was the driver of a heavy transport vehicle and the collision involved another heavy transport vehicle or a bus.
• Verify the accident occurred in a non-traffic environment (e.g., private property, parking lot) to differentiate from traffic accidents.
• This "S" seventh character indicates a sequela, meaning it should be used for conditions that are the late effects of the original injury, not for the initial acute injury itself.