Occ of hv veh injured in trnsp acc w miltry vehicle, subs

This code signifies an individual, either the driver or a passenger, who sustained injuries while in a heavy transport vehicle (e.g., a truck, bus) during a collision involving a military vehicle. This specific code is used for follow-up care after the initial injury, indicating a subsequent encounter for treatment or evaluation.

Apply this code for any subsequent visit related to injuries sustained in such an accident, including follow-up appointments, physical therapy sessions, or further diagnostic testing. It is appropriate when the patient is returning for ongoing management of injuries from the initial event.

• Ensure the encounter is indeed "subsequent" and not the initial treatment for the injury.
• Verify the patient was an occupant of a heavy transport vehicle and the other vehicle involved was military.
• Always code the specific injuries sustained in addition to this external cause code.