Bus occupant injured in collision with car, pick-up truck or van
Chapter 20:External causes of morbidity
ICD-10 V73 is a used to indicate a diagnosis of bus occupant injured in collision with car, pick-up truck or van.
The ICD-10 Level 1 Category code V73 pertains to bus occupants who sustain injuries as a result of a collision with a car, pick-up truck, or van. This category encompasses a variety of injury types, including but not limited to fractures, contusions, lacerations, and concussions that may occur during such vehicular accidents. The clinical significance of this code lies in its ability to accurately capture the nature of injuries sustained by bus passengers, which can differ significantly from those experienced by drivers or occupants of smaller vehicles. Proper coding is essential for effective treatment planning and for understanding the epidemiology of injuries in public transportation 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
V73 covers injuries sustained by bus occupants in collisions with cars, pick-up trucks, or vans, including fractures, lacerations, contusions, and concussions.
V73 codes should be used when documenting injuries specifically related to bus occupants involved in collisions with the specified vehicle types, ensuring accurate representation of the incident.
Documentation must include details of the collision, the nature of the injuries sustained, and any relevant medical evaluations or treatments provided to the patient.
