Pedestrian on other standing micro-mobility pedestrian conveyance injured in collision with heavy transport vehicle or bus in nontraffic accident
ICD-10 V04.038 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of pedestrian on other standing micro-mobility pedestrian conveyance injured in collision with heavy transport vehicle or bus in nontraffic accident.
This code is used to classify injuries sustained by pedestrians using standing micro-mobility conveyances, such as e-scooters or standing electric bikes, when involved in a collision with heavy transport vehicles or buses outside of traditional traffic scenarios. Nontraffic accidents may occur in various environments, including private property, parking lots, or pedestrian zones. The injuries can range from minor abrasions to severe trauma, depending on the speed of the vehicle and the circumstances of the accident. Accurate coding is essential for tracking injury patterns, understanding public health implications, and ensuring appropriate resource allocation for injury prevention programs.
Detailed notes on the mechanism of injury, type of conveyance, and patient presentation.
Patients presenting with fractures, lacerations, or concussions after being struck by a bus while using a standing scooter.
Ensure that the external cause is clearly linked to the injury in the documentation to support the use of V04.038.
Comprehensive trauma assessments, including injury severity scores and detailed descriptions of the accident.
Severe injuries requiring surgical intervention due to collisions with heavy vehicles.
Accurate coding is crucial for trauma registries and research purposes; ensure all relevant details are captured.
Used when a patient presents to the emergency department with severe injuries from a nontraffic accident.
Document the mechanism of injury, vital signs, and any interventions performed.
Emergency medicine specialists should ensure that the external cause is clearly linked to the visit.
Injuries can range from minor abrasions and contusions to severe fractures and traumatic brain injuries, depending on the circumstances of the collision.
