Pedestrian injured in collision with railway train or railway vehicle
Chapter 20:External causes of morbidity
ICD-10 V05 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of pedestrian injured in collision with railway train or railway vehicle.
The ICD-10 code V05 is designated for cases where a pedestrian is injured due to a collision with a railway train or railway vehicle. This code is crucial for accurately capturing the external cause of morbidity and mortality associated with such incidents. Pedestrian injuries from railway collisions can result in severe trauma, including fractures, internal injuries, and fatalities. The documentation should reflect the circumstances of the incident, including the location, time, and any contributing factors such as visibility conditions or pedestrian behavior. Accurate coding is essential for public health data collection, resource allocation, and injury prevention strategies. This code is often used in emergency departments, trauma centers, and public health reporting to analyze trends in pedestrian safety and railway-related incidents.
Detailed notes on the mechanism of injury, patient presentation, and any pre-existing conditions.
Patients presenting with trauma after being struck by a train, including head injuries, fractures, and lacerations.
Ensure that the documentation includes the time and place of the incident, as well as any contributing factors such as weather conditions.
Comprehensive trauma assessments, including injury severity scores and surgical interventions performed.
Severe injuries requiring surgical intervention, such as amputations or internal organ repairs.
Accurate coding is critical for trauma registries and quality improvement initiatives.
Used for patients presenting with severe injuries from a railway collision.
Document the severity of the injuries and the treatment provided.
Emergency medicine specialists should ensure thorough documentation of the patient's condition.
Documentation should include the details of the incident, such as the location, time, type of railway vehicle involved, and the pedestrian's actions leading up to the collision.
