Occupant of heavy transport vehicle injured in collision with heavy transport vehicle or bus
Chapter 20:External causes of morbidity
ICD-10 V64 is a used to indicate a diagnosis of occupant of heavy transport vehicle injured in collision with heavy transport vehicle or bus.
The ICD-10 Level 1 Category code V64 pertains to occupants of heavy transport vehicles who sustain injuries as a result of a collision with another heavy transport vehicle or a bus. This category encompasses a range of injuries that may occur during such incidents, including but not limited to fractures, contusions, and concussions. The clinical significance of this code lies in its ability to capture the unique circumstances surrounding these types of accidents, which often involve larger vehicles and can lead to more severe injuries compared to standard vehicular collisions. Accurate coding is essential for proper treatment planning and resource allocation in emergency and trauma care settings.
Standard ICD-10-CM documentation requirements apply
Various clinical presentations within this specialty area
Follow specialty-specific billing guidelines
Standard ICD-10-CM documentation requirements apply
Various clinical presentations within this specialty area
Follow specialty-specific billing guidelines
V64 includes injuries sustained by occupants of heavy transport vehicles, such as fractures, lacerations, and traumatic brain injuries resulting from collisions with other heavy transport vehicles or buses.
V64 codes should be used when documenting injuries specifically related to occupants of heavy transport vehicles involved in collisions with other heavy transport vehicles or buses, ensuring that the circumstances of the incident are clearly defined.
Documentation should include a detailed account of the collision, the type of vehicles involved, the nature of the injuries sustained, and any relevant medical evaluations or treatments provided.
