Person inj wh brd/alit from special industr vehicle, subs

This code signifies an injury sustained by an individual during the act of getting on or off a specialized industrial vehicle, such as a forklift, crane, or other heavy machinery used in industrial settings. The "D" in the seventh character indicates that this is a subsequent encounter for the injury, meaning the patient is receiving follow-up care after the initial treatment.

Apply this code when a patient presents for ongoing management, follow-up, or rehabilitation related to an injury that occurred while boarding or alighting from an industrial vehicle. This includes situations like wound care, physical therapy, or re-evaluation of a fracture sustained during such an incident.

• Ensure the documentation clearly specifies the injury occurred during the act of boarding or alighting, not while operating the vehicle.
• Verify the encounter is for follow-up care, not the initial treatment, to justify the "D" seventh character.
• Always code the specific injury (e.g., fracture, sprain) first, followed by this external cause code.