Person boarding or alighting a car injured in collision with other nonmotor vehicle
ICD-10 V46.4 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of person boarding or alighting a car injured in collision with other nonmotor vehicle.
The ICD-10 code V46.4 is used to classify injuries sustained by individuals who are boarding or alighting from a motor vehicle and are subsequently involved in a collision with a nonmotor vehicle, such as a bicycle, pedestrian, or animal. This code is particularly relevant in urban settings where pedestrian traffic is high, and it captures incidents that may not involve traditional vehicular accidents but still result in significant morbidity. Accurate coding of this scenario is crucial for understanding the epidemiology of such injuries, which can inform public health initiatives aimed at improving road safety and reducing pedestrian injuries. Documentation should include details about the circumstances of the incident, the type of nonmotor vehicle involved, and the nature of the injuries sustained to ensure proper coding and analysis.
Emergency department notes should clearly document the mechanism of injury, including the type of nonmotor vehicle involved and the patient's condition upon arrival.
Patients presenting after being struck by a bicycle while exiting a vehicle.
Consideration should be given to the patient's overall health status and any pre-existing conditions that may affect recovery.
Trauma documentation must include detailed descriptions of the injury mechanism, anatomical locations affected, and any surgical interventions performed.
Trauma cases involving pedestrians struck by cyclists or other nonmotor vehicles.
Accurate coding is essential for trauma registries and research purposes.
Used for patients presenting with injuries from nonmotor vehicle collisions.
Documentation must support the level of service provided, including history, examination, and medical decision-making.
Emergency medicine specialists should ensure that all relevant details of the incident are captured.
V46.4 covers injuries sustained by individuals boarding or alighting from a car who are then involved in a collision with a nonmotor vehicle, such as a bicycle or pedestrian.
Documentation should include the type of nonmotor vehicle involved, the circumstances of the incident, and the nature of the injuries sustained.
