Pedestrian injured in collision with two- or three-wheeled motor vehicle
Chapter 20:External causes of morbidity
ICD-10 V02 is a used to indicate a diagnosis of pedestrian injured in collision with two- or three-wheeled motor vehicle.
The ICD-10 Level 1 Category code V02 pertains to pedestrians who have sustained injuries as a result of a collision with two- or three-wheeled motor vehicles, such as motorcycles or scooters. This category encompasses a range of injuries, from minor abrasions to severe trauma, depending on the circumstances of the collision. It is crucial for healthcare providers to accurately document these incidents to ensure proper treatment and tracking of injuries related to pedestrian accidents involving motor vehicles. The clinical significance of this category lies in its ability to highlight the risks faced by pedestrians in urban environments and the need for enhanced safety measures to protect vulnerable road users.
Standard ICD-10-CM documentation requirements apply
Various clinical presentations within this specialty area
Follow specialty-specific billing guidelines
Standard ICD-10-CM documentation requirements apply
Various clinical presentations within this specialty area
Follow specialty-specific billing guidelines
V02 includes a variety of conditions resulting from pedestrian injuries in collisions with two- or three-wheeled motor vehicles, such as fractures, lacerations, contusions, and traumatic brain injuries.
V02 codes should be used when documenting injuries sustained by pedestrians involved in accidents with motorcycles or scooters, particularly when these injuries require medical attention or intervention.
Documentation for V02 should include a detailed account of the incident, the nature of the injuries sustained, any treatments provided, and the circumstances of the collision to support the coding.
