Animal-rider injured in collision w 2/3-whl mv, sequela

This code signifies a long-term consequence or complication arising from an injury sustained by an individual riding an animal (e.g., horseback riding) who was involved in a collision with a two-wheeled or three-wheeled motorized vehicle. The injury itself occurred in the past, and the patient is now presenting with a residual effect directly attributable to that specific incident.

Apply this code when documenting a patient encounter for a condition that is a direct sequela of a past injury where an animal rider collided with a motorcycle, moped, or similar vehicle. This is appropriate for chronic pain, permanent disability, or other lasting health issues stemming from such an accident. Do not use for the initial injury encounter.

• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to the past animal-rider/motor vehicle collision.
• Always use in conjunction with a code describing the specific sequela (e.g., chronic pain, scar, nonunion of fracture).
• The "S" in the 7th character indicates sequela, meaning the initial injury has healed, and the patient is experiencing a late effect.