Other injury due to accident to watercraft
Chapter 20:External causes of morbidity
ICD-10 V91 is a used to indicate a diagnosis of other injury due to accident to watercraft.
The ICD-10 code V91 refers to other injuries resulting from accidents involving watercraft. This category encompasses a variety of injuries sustained during incidents such as collisions, capsizing, or other mishaps that occur while operating or being on a watercraft. Conditions covered under this code may include lacerations, fractures, contusions, and other trauma that does not fall under more specific categories. It is important for healthcare providers to accurately document the circumstances of the injury to ensure proper coding and billing, as well as to facilitate appropriate treatment and follow-up care.
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
V91 covers a range of injuries sustained in watercraft accidents, including but not limited to lacerations, fractures, sprains, and contusions. It is used when the injury does not fit into a more specific code.
V91 should be used when documenting injuries resulting from accidents involving watercraft, particularly when no more specific injury code applies. It is essential to ensure that the circumstances of the injury are clearly documented.
Documentation should include details of the accident, the nature of the injuries sustained, and any treatment provided. Clear and thorough records will support the use of this code and facilitate appropriate reimbursement.
