Pedestrian injured in collision with heavy transport vehicle or bus in nontraffic accident
ICD-10 V04.0 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of pedestrian injured in collision with heavy transport vehicle or bus in nontraffic accident.
The ICD-10 code V04.0 is used to classify injuries sustained by pedestrians who are involved in collisions with heavy transport vehicles or buses in nontraffic accidents. These incidents may occur in various settings, such as parking lots, construction sites, or private property, where vehicles are in operation but not on public roadways. The injuries can range from minor bruises to severe trauma, including fractures, head injuries, or even fatalities. Accurate coding of such incidents is crucial for understanding the epidemiology of pedestrian injuries, facilitating appropriate treatment, and ensuring proper resource allocation for public health initiatives aimed at reducing such accidents. Documentation must clearly indicate the circumstances of the accident, including the location and nature of the vehicle involved, to support the use of this specific external cause code.
Emergency department notes must include details of the accident, type of vehicle, and specific injuries sustained.
Patients presenting with injuries from being struck by a bus in a parking lot or construction site.
Ensure that the mechanism of injury is clearly documented to support the use of V04.0.
Trauma notes should detail the mechanism of injury, type of transport vehicle, and any surgical interventions performed.
Trauma cases involving severe injuries from collisions with heavy vehicles.
Accurate coding is essential for trauma registries and quality improvement initiatives.
Used when a patient presents with severe injuries from a nontraffic accident.
Document the nature of the injuries and the circumstances of the accident.
Emergency medicine specialists should ensure thorough documentation to support the visit level.
V04.0 is specifically for nontraffic accidents involving pedestrians and heavy transport vehicles, while V03.0 pertains to traffic-related incidents involving cars.
