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ICD-10 CodesV05.031

V05.031

Billable

Pedestrian on standing electric scooter injured in collision with railway train or railway vehicle in nontraffic accident

BILLABLE STATUSYes
IMPLEMENTATION DATEOctober 1, 2015
LAST UPDATED09/11/2025

Code Description

ICD-10 V05.031 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of pedestrian on standing electric scooter injured in collision with railway train or railway vehicle in nontraffic accident.

Key Diagnostic Point:

The ICD-10 code V05.031 is used to classify injuries sustained by pedestrians riding standing electric scooters who are involved in a collision with a railway train or railway vehicle in a nontraffic accident. This code is particularly relevant in urban settings where electric scooters are increasingly popular for short-distance travel. The injuries can range from minor abrasions to severe trauma, including fractures or head injuries, depending on the speed of the train and the circumstances of the collision. Accurate coding is essential for tracking injury patterns, understanding the risks associated with electric scooter use, and informing public health initiatives aimed at improving safety regulations and awareness. Documentation should include details about the incident, the type of scooter involved, and the nature of the injuries sustained to ensure proper coding and analysis of external causes of morbidity.

Code Complexity Analysis

Complexity Rating: Medium

Medium Complexity

Complexity Factors

  • Specificity of the incident type (nontraffic accident)
  • Need for detailed documentation of the circumstances surrounding the collision
  • Potential for multiple injuries requiring additional codes
  • Variability in reporting standards across different healthcare settings

Audit Risk Factors

  • Inadequate documentation of the incident details
  • Misclassification of the accident type (traffic vs. nontraffic)
  • Failure to capture all injuries sustained in the incident
  • Inconsistent coding practices across different departments

Specialty Focus

Medical Specialties

Emergency Medicine

Documentation Requirements

Emergency department notes should include a detailed account of the incident, mechanism of injury, and any immediate interventions performed.

Common Clinical Scenarios

Patients presenting with trauma after being struck by a train while riding an electric scooter, requiring imaging and potential surgical intervention.

Billing Considerations

Consideration of the patient's history and any pre-existing conditions that may affect treatment and recovery.

Trauma Surgery

Documentation Requirements

Comprehensive trauma assessment including mechanism of injury, injury severity score, and surgical interventions if applicable.

Common Clinical Scenarios

Trauma cases involving multiple injuries from a collision with a train, necessitating surgical repair and multidisciplinary care.

Billing Considerations

Documentation must reflect the complexity of injuries and any complications arising from the incident.

Coding Guidelines

Inclusion Criteria

Use V05.031 When
  • According to ICD
  • 10 coding guidelines, external cause codes should be used in conjunction with the appropriate injury codes
  • It is essential to capture the full context of the incident, including the environment and circumstances leading to the injury
  • Codes should be sequenced correctly, with the primary diagnosis reflecting the injury and the external cause code providing additional context

Exclusion Criteria

Do NOT use V05.031 When
No specific exclusions found.

Related ICD-10 Codes

Related CPT Codes

99284CPT Code

Emergency department visit, high severity

Clinical Scenario

Used for patients presenting with severe injuries from a collision.

Documentation Requirements

Documentation must support the level of service, including history, examination, and medical decision-making.

Specialty Considerations

Emergency medicine specialists should ensure that all aspects of the patient's condition are documented.

ICD-10 Impact

Diagnostic & Documentation Impact

Enhanced Specificity

ICD-10 Improvements

The transition to ICD-10 has allowed for more specific coding of external causes of injuries, including those related to electric scooters. This specificity aids in better tracking of injury patterns and informs public health initiatives aimed at improving safety.

ICD-9 vs ICD-10

The transition to ICD-10 has allowed for more specific coding of external causes of injuries, including those related to electric scooters. This specificity aids in better tracking of injury patterns and informs public health initiatives aimed at improving safety.

Reimbursement & Billing Impact

reimbursement and for understanding the epidemiology of scooter-related injuries.

Resources

Clinical References

  • •
    ICD-10-CM Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting

Coding & Billing References

  • •
    ICD-10-CM Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting

Frequently Asked Questions

What should be documented to support the use of V05.031?

Documentation should include a detailed account of the incident, including the type of electric scooter, the circumstances of the collision, and the nature of the injuries sustained. This information is crucial for accurate coding and analysis.