Person on outside of car injured in collision with heavy transport vehicle or bus in traffic accident
ICD-10 V44.7 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of person on outside of car injured in collision with heavy transport vehicle or bus in traffic accident.
The ICD-10 code V44.7 is used to classify injuries sustained by individuals who are outside of a vehicle and are involved in a collision with a heavy transport vehicle or bus during a traffic accident. This code is particularly relevant for documenting incidents where pedestrians, cyclists, or individuals in close proximity to the roadway are struck by larger vehicles, which often results in severe injuries due to the size and weight of the transport vehicle. Common injuries associated with this code may include fractures, traumatic brain injuries, and soft tissue injuries. Accurate coding is essential for understanding the epidemiology of traffic-related injuries and for implementing public health interventions aimed at reducing such incidents. Documentation should include details about the circumstances of the accident, the type of vehicle involved, and the nature of the injuries sustained.
Emergency department notes should include a detailed account of the incident, patient assessment, and treatment provided.
Patients presenting with trauma after being struck by a bus or heavy vehicle, often requiring immediate intervention.
Consideration of potential multiple injuries and the need for comprehensive documentation to support coding.
Trauma registries should capture detailed injury patterns and mechanisms of injury for accurate coding.
Patients with severe injuries from collisions requiring surgical intervention.
Documentation must reflect the mechanism of injury and any surgical procedures performed.
Used when a patient presents to the emergency department with severe injuries from a traffic accident.
Detailed documentation of the patient's condition, treatment provided, and any consultations.
Emergency medicine specialists should ensure that all aspects of the patient's care are documented.
Documentation should include details about the accident, the type of vehicle involved, the location, and the specific injuries sustained by the patient.
