Pedestrian on standing electric scooter injured in collision with car, pick-up or van in nontraffic accident
ICD-10 V03.031 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of pedestrian on standing electric scooter injured in collision with car, pick-up or van in nontraffic accident.
This code is used to classify injuries sustained by pedestrians riding standing electric scooters when they are involved in a collision with a car, pick-up, or van in a nontraffic accident. Nontraffic accidents refer to incidents that occur outside of the traditional roadway environment, such as parking lots or private property. The increasing popularity of electric scooters has led to a rise in related injuries, necessitating accurate coding to capture the nature and circumstances of these incidents. Proper documentation should include details about the environment of the accident, the type of vehicle involved, and the specific injuries sustained. This code is essential for public health data collection and analysis, helping to identify trends in scooter-related injuries and inform safety measures.
Emergency departments should document the mechanism of injury, the patient's condition upon arrival, and any immediate interventions performed.
Patients presenting with fractures, lacerations, or contusions after being struck by a vehicle while on an electric scooter.
Ensure that the documentation clearly states the type of scooter and vehicle involved, as well as the location of the incident.
Trauma surgeons need detailed accounts of the injury mechanism, including the speed of the vehicle and the impact force.
Trauma cases involving significant injuries such as head trauma or internal injuries from a collision.
Accurate coding is crucial for trauma registries and may influence treatment protocols.
Used for patients presenting with injuries from a scooter accident requiring moderate medical decision-making.
Document the patient's presenting symptoms, examination findings, and any treatments provided.
Emergency medicine specialists should ensure that the visit level reflects the complexity of the case.
Documentation should include the type of electric scooter, the specific vehicle involved in the collision, the location of the accident, and the nature of the injuries sustained.
