Other land transport accidents
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Updates & Changes
FY 2026 Updates
Deleted Codes
No codes deleted in this range for FY 2026
No significant changes for FY 2026
This range maintains stability with current coding practices
Historical Changes
- •FY 2025: Routine maintenance updates with minor terminology clarifications
- •FY 2024: Enhanced specificity requirements for certain code ranges
- •FY 2023: Updated documentation guidelines for improved clarity
Upcoming Changes
- •Proposed updates pending review by Coordination and Maintenance Committee
- •Under consideration: Enhanced digital health integration codes
Implementation Guidance
- •Review all FY 2026 updates for V89-V89.9 codes before implementation
- •Always verify the most current codes in the ICD-10-CM manual
- •Ensure clinical documentation supports the selected diagnosis codes
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Range Overview
The ICD-10 code range V89-V89.9 is designated for 'Other land transport accidents.' These codes are used to document incidents where the mode of transport does not fit into the other specific categories provided in the ICD-10. This includes accidents involving animal-drawn vehicles and other non-motor vehicles. The codes within this range can be further specified by the nature of the injury and the victim's role in the accident.
Key Usage Points:
- •These codes are used when the transport vehicle does not fit into other categories.
- •The codes can be further specified by the nature of the injury.
- •The victim's role in the accident can also be specified.
- •Accidents involving animal-drawn vehicles are included in this range.
- •These codes are not used for accidents involving motor vehicles.
Coding Guidelines
When to Use:
- ✓When documenting an accident involving an animal-drawn vehicle.
- ✓When the transport vehicle involved in the accident does not fit into other categories.
- ✓When the victim's role in the accident needs to be specified.
- ✓When the nature of the injury needs to be specified.
When NOT to Use:
- ✗When the accident involves a motor vehicle.
- ✗When the mode of transport fits into another specific category.
- ✗When the victim's role in the accident does not need to be specified.
- ✗When the nature of the injury does not need to be specified.
Code Exclusions
Always verify exclusions with the latest ICD-10 guidelines and updates.
Documentation Requirements
When documenting accidents in the V89-V89.9 range, it is essential to provide detailed information about the nature of the accident, the type of vehicle involved, the victim's role in the accident, and the specific injuries sustained. This information will guide the selection of the most accurate code.
Clinical Information:
- •Detailed description of the accident
- •Type of vehicle involved
- •Victim's role in the accident
- •Specific injuries sustained
Supporting Evidence:
- •Emergency department report
- •Medical examination findings
- •Imaging studies
- •Witness statements
Good Documentation Example:
Patient was a pedestrian struck by an animal-drawn cart. Sustained a fracture of the right femur. Emergency department report and X-ray findings attached.
Poor Documentation Example:
Patient was in an accident.
Common Documentation Errors:
- ⚠Insufficient detail about the accident
- ⚠Not specifying the type of vehicle involved
- ⚠Not specifying the victim's role in the accident
- ⚠Not providing details of the injuries sustained
Range Statistics
Coding Complexity
The complexity of coding in the V89-V89.9 range is medium due to the need to accurately identify the type of vehicle involved, the victim's role in the accident, and the specific injuries sustained. Additionally, coders must be aware of the exclusions for this code range.
Key Factors:
- ▸Determining the specific type of vehicle involved
- ▸Identifying the victim's role in the accident
- ▸Specifying the nature of the injury
- ▸Navigating the exclusions for this code range
Specialty Focus
These codes are primarily used in emergency medicine, orthopedics, and trauma surgery. They are used to document the nature of the accident and the injuries sustained, which informs the treatment plan.
Primary Specialties:
Clinical Scenarios:
- • Pedestrian struck by an animal-drawn cart
- • Cyclist hit by a skateboarder
- • Passenger in a horse-drawn carriage involved in an accident
- • Rider thrown from a horse
- • Accident involving a sled
Resources & References
Resources for coding in the V89-V89.9 range include the official ICD-10 guidelines, clinical reference materials, and educational resources on trauma coding.
Official Guidelines:
- ICD-10-CM Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting
- World Health Organization's ICD-10 Browser
- National Center for Health Statistics ICD-10 resources
Clinical References:
- American College of Emergency Physicians resources
- American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons resources
Educational Materials:
- American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) resources
- American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) resources
Frequently Asked Questions
Can V89-V89.9 codes be used for accidents involving motor vehicles?
No, accidents involving motor vehicles have their own specific codes in the V01-V79 range.