Car passenger injured in collision with fixed or stationary object in traffic accident
ICD-10 V47.6 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of car passenger injured in collision with fixed or stationary object in traffic accident.
The ICD-10 code V47.6 is used to classify injuries sustained by a car passenger involved in a traffic accident where the vehicle collides with a fixed or stationary object. This can include collisions with barriers, trees, poles, or other immovable structures. The injuries can range from minor to severe, including lacerations, fractures, concussions, or even fatalities. Accurate coding is essential for tracking morbidity and mortality associated with traffic accidents, which is crucial for public health data and resource allocation. This code is particularly relevant in emergency medicine and trauma surgery settings, where timely and precise documentation of the cause of injury can influence treatment decisions and outcomes. Proper use of this code helps in understanding the epidemiology of traffic-related injuries and can guide preventive measures.
Emergency departments must document the mechanism of injury, including the type of object involved and the circumstances of the accident.
Patients presenting with trauma after a car accident, requiring assessment of injuries and potential interventions.
Emergency physicians should ensure that all relevant details are captured in the medical record to support accurate coding.
Trauma surgeons need detailed documentation of the injuries sustained and the mechanism of injury to support surgical decisions.
Patients with multiple injuries from a car accident, requiring surgical intervention and comprehensive documentation.
Trauma documentation should include specifics about the collision to ensure accurate coding and billing.
Used when a passenger presents to the emergency department after a collision with a fixed object.
Documentation must support the level of service billed, including details of the injury and treatment provided.
Emergency medicine providers should ensure that the visit is well-documented to justify the CPT code.
Documenting the mechanism of injury is crucial for accurate coding, which impacts patient care, billing, and public health data collection. It helps in understanding the circumstances surrounding the injury and can guide preventive measures.
