V83.0: Driver of special industrial vehicle injured in traffic accident

The condition categorized under ICD-10 code V83.0 refers to injuries sustained by a driver of a special industrial vehicle involved in a traffic accident. These special industrial vehicles can include heavy machinery or equipment used in construction, manufacturing, mining, and other industries. Such an accident might happen when the vehicle collides with another vehicle, a pedestrian, or a stationary object, or even if the vehicle rolls over while moving. The type of injuries incurred can vary extensively depending on the severity of the accident. They might range from minor cuts, sprains, and fractures to more severe outcomes such as traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, and potentially life-threatening internal organ damage. The physical signs and symptoms experienced will depend on the nature and extent of the injuries. Psychological trauma, such as post-traumatic stress disorder, may also occur following such serious incidents.