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ICD-10 CodesV56.0

V56.0

Billable

Driver of pick-up truck or van injured in collision with other nonmotor vehicle in nontraffic accident

BILLABLE STATUSYes
IMPLEMENTATION DATEOctober 1, 2015
LAST UPDATED09/11/2025

Code Description

ICD-10 V56.0 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of driver of pick-up truck or van injured in collision with other nonmotor vehicle in nontraffic accident.

Key Diagnostic Point:

The ICD-10 code V56.0 is used to classify injuries sustained by the driver of a pick-up truck or van involved in a collision with a nonmotor vehicle during a nontraffic accident. This code is particularly relevant in scenarios where the driver is injured in settings such as private property, parking lots, or other areas not designated as public roadways. Common examples include collisions with pedestrians, bicycles, or animals. Accurate coding requires detailed documentation of the circumstances surrounding the accident, including the location, type of nonmotor vehicle involved, and the nature of the injuries sustained. This code is essential for tracking injury patterns and understanding the epidemiology of nontraffic-related accidents, which can inform public health initiatives aimed at reducing such incidents.

Code Complexity Analysis

Complexity Rating: Medium

Medium Complexity

Complexity Factors

  • Need for precise documentation of the accident location and circumstances.
  • Differentiation between traffic and nontraffic accidents.
  • Identification of the type of nonmotor vehicle involved.
  • Potential for multiple external cause codes to be applicable.

Audit Risk Factors

  • Inadequate documentation of the accident details.
  • Failure to specify the type of nonmotor vehicle involved.
  • Misclassification of the accident as traffic-related.
  • Inconsistent coding practices among different coders.

Specialty Focus

Medical Specialties

Emergency Medicine

Documentation Requirements

Emergency department notes must clearly outline the mechanism of injury, including the type of nonmotor vehicle and the circumstances of the accident.

Common Clinical Scenarios

Patients presenting with injuries from collisions with pedestrians or cyclists in nontraffic settings.

Billing Considerations

Ensure that all relevant details are captured in the initial assessment to support accurate coding.

Trauma Surgery

Documentation Requirements

Trauma documentation should include a detailed account of the injury mechanism, including the impact force and any associated injuries.

Common Clinical Scenarios

Trauma cases involving significant injuries from collisions with nonmotor vehicles.

Billing Considerations

Consider the potential for multiple injuries and the need for comprehensive coding to reflect the full extent of trauma.

Coding Guidelines

Inclusion Criteria

Use V56.0 When
  • Follow the official ICD
  • CM coding guidelines, ensuring that the external cause code is sequenced appropriately with the primary diagnosis code
  • Document the circumstances of the injury thoroughly to support the use of this code

Exclusion Criteria

Do NOT use V56.0 When
No specific exclusions found.

Related ICD-10 Codes

Related CPT Codes

99283CPT Code

Emergency department visit, moderate severity

Clinical Scenario

Used when a patient presents to the emergency department with injuries from a nontraffic accident.

Documentation Requirements

Document the mechanism of injury and any treatments provided.

Specialty Considerations

Emergency medicine providers should ensure that the injury details are clearly documented to support the visit level.

ICD-10 Impact

Diagnostic & Documentation Impact

Enhanced Specificity

ICD-10 Improvements

The transition to ICD-10 has allowed for more specific coding of external causes of injuries, including nontraffic accidents, which enhances data collection and analysis for public health initiatives.

ICD-9 vs ICD-10

The transition to ICD-10 has allowed for more specific coding of external causes of injuries, including nontraffic accidents, which enhances data collection and analysis for public health initiatives.

Reimbursement & Billing Impact

The transition to ICD-10 has allowed for more specific coding of external causes of injuries, including nontraffic accidents, which enhances data collection and analysis for public health initiatives.

Resources

Clinical References

  • •
    ICD-10-CM Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting

Coding & Billing References

  • •
    ICD-10-CM Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of injuries are covered under V56.0?

V56.0 covers injuries sustained by the driver of a pick-up truck or van in collisions with nonmotor vehicles during nontraffic accidents, such as injuries from hitting pedestrians or cyclists.