Occup of special industrial vehicle injured nontraf, init

This code signifies an injury sustained by an unspecified individual who was an occupant of a special industrial vehicle, such as a forklift, bulldozer, or tractor, during an accident that occurred off a public road. The injury is acute, indicating the initial phase of treatment.

This code is appropriate for documenting injuries to individuals working with or operating heavy industrial equipment in settings like construction sites, warehouses, or farms, where the incident did not involve a public roadway. It applies when the specific role of the injured party (e.g., driver, passenger) within the vehicle is not documented.

• Ensure the documentation clearly states the accident was "nontraffic" and involved a "special industrial vehicle."
• Only use this code when the specific occupant role (e.g., driver, passenger) is not specified in the medical record.
• Confirm this is the initial encounter for the injury; subsequent encounters will require a different seventh character.