Unspecified occupant of heavy transport vehicle injured in collision with two- or three-wheeled motor vehicle in traffic accident
ICD-10 V62.9 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of unspecified occupant of heavy transport vehicle injured in collision with two- or three-wheeled motor vehicle in traffic accident.
This code is used to classify injuries sustained by occupants of heavy transport vehicles, such as buses or trucks, involved in collisions with two- or three-wheeled motor vehicles, like motorcycles or scooters. The unspecified nature of the code indicates that the specific details of the injury or the occupant's role (e.g., driver, passenger) are not documented. This code is crucial for understanding the epidemiology of traffic accidents, particularly in assessing the risks associated with heavy vehicles in collisions with lighter, more vulnerable vehicles. Accurate coding is essential for public health data collection, resource allocation, and injury prevention strategies. It is also important for insurance claims and legal documentation related to traffic accidents.
Complete documentation of the accident scene, vehicle types, and occupant details.
Patients presenting with trauma from motorcycle accidents involving heavy vehicles.
Ensure that all relevant details are captured in the medical record to support accurate coding.
Detailed trauma assessments and descriptions of injuries sustained.
Trauma cases involving multiple vehicle types and complex injury patterns.
Consider the mechanism of injury and document all findings to support coding.
Used when treating patients with severe injuries from traffic accidents.
Document the nature of the injuries and the circumstances of the accident.
Emergency medicine providers should ensure thorough documentation to support the complexity of care provided.
Use V62.9 when documenting injuries to an unspecified occupant of a heavy transport vehicle involved in a collision with a two- or three-wheeled motor vehicle, ensuring that the circumstances of the accident are well-documented.
