Person boarding or alighting a car injured in collision with car, pick-up truck or van
ICD-10 V43.4 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of person boarding or alighting a car injured in collision with car, pick-up truck or van.
The ICD-10 code V43.4 is used to classify injuries sustained by individuals who are boarding or alighting from a vehicle, specifically in the context of a collision with another car, pick-up truck, or van. This code is particularly relevant in cases where pedestrians or passengers are struck during the process of entering or exiting a vehicle. Clinical scenarios may include a person being hit by a moving vehicle while stepping off a curb or a passenger being injured as their vehicle is struck by another vehicle while they are in the process of exiting. Accurate coding of this scenario is crucial for understanding the circumstances surrounding the injury, which can inform public health initiatives aimed at reducing such incidents. Documentation should include details about the circumstances of the injury, the type of vehicle involved, and the actions of the injured party at the time of the incident.
Emergency departments must document the mechanism of injury, including the type of vehicle involved and the actions of the patient at the time of injury.
Patients presenting with injuries after being struck by a vehicle while boarding or alighting, including fractures, contusions, or lacerations.
Emergency providers should ensure that the narrative of the injury is clear and detailed to support accurate coding.
Trauma documentation should include a detailed account of the injury mechanism, including the speed of the vehicle and the impact force.
Trauma cases involving significant injuries from vehicle collisions, requiring surgical intervention.
Trauma surgeons should collaborate with coders to ensure that all relevant details are captured for accurate coding.
Used for patients presenting with injuries from vehicle collisions.
Documentation must support the level of service provided, including history, examination, and medical decision-making.
Emergency medicine providers should ensure that the visit is well-documented to support the coding of both the visit and the injury.
Documentation should include the type of vehicle involved, the actions of the injured person at the time of the incident, and any relevant details about the collision circumstances.
