Person on outside of car injured in collision with other nonmotor vehicle in traffic accident
ICD-10 V46.7 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of person on outside of car injured in collision with other nonmotor vehicle in traffic accident.
The ICD-10 code V46.7 is used to classify injuries sustained by individuals who are outside of a motor vehicle and are involved in a collision with a nonmotor vehicle, such as a bicycle, pedestrian, or animal, during a traffic accident. This code is critical for accurately capturing the circumstances surrounding the injury, which can influence treatment decisions, resource allocation, and public health strategies. In clinical practice, this code is often applied in emergency departments and trauma centers where patients present with injuries resulting from such incidents. Documentation must clearly indicate the nature of the collision, the location of the injury, and any contributing factors, such as speed or visibility conditions, to ensure accurate coding and billing. Understanding the context of the accident is essential for proper coding and for analyzing trends in traffic-related injuries, which can inform preventive measures and policy changes.
Emergency physicians must document the mechanism of injury, including the type of nonmotor vehicle involved, the patient's position at the time of the accident, and any immediate interventions performed.
Patients presenting with fractures, lacerations, or contusions after being struck by a bicycle or pedestrian.
Consideration of the patient's pre-existing conditions that may affect recovery or treatment.
Trauma surgeons need detailed accounts of the injury mechanism, including the speed of the nonmotor vehicle and the impact force, as well as any surgical interventions performed.
Severe injuries requiring surgical intervention, such as internal bleeding or complex fractures.
Documentation should include the patient's vital signs and any complications arising from the injury.
Used when a patient presents to the emergency department with injuries from a nonmotor vehicle collision.
Documentation must include the nature of the injuries and the mechanism of injury.
Emergency medicine specialists should ensure that all relevant details of the incident are captured.
Documentation should include details about the type of nonmotor vehicle involved, the circumstances of the collision, the patient's position at the time of the accident, and any injuries sustained.
