Pedestrian injured in collision with other nonmotor vehicle, unspecified whether traffic or nontraffic accident
ICD-10 V06.9 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of pedestrian injured in collision with other nonmotor vehicle, unspecified whether traffic or nontraffic accident.
The ICD-10 code V06.9 is used to classify injuries sustained by pedestrians involved in collisions with nonmotor vehicles, where it is not specified whether the incident occurred in a traffic or nontraffic context. This code encompasses a variety of scenarios, including accidents involving bicycles, skateboards, or other nonmotorized conveyances. Clinical documentation should detail the circumstances of the incident, including the type of nonmotor vehicle involved and the environment in which the collision occurred. Accurate coding is essential for understanding the epidemiology of pedestrian injuries and for implementing public health interventions aimed at reducing such incidents. This code is particularly relevant in emergency medicine and trauma settings, where timely and precise documentation can influence treatment decisions and resource allocation.
Emergency department notes should include a clear description of the incident, including the type of nonmotor vehicle and the environment (e.g., street, park).
Patients presenting with fractures, lacerations, or contusions after being struck by a bicycle or skateboard.
Ensure that the mechanism of injury is clearly documented to support the use of V06.9.
Trauma notes must detail the mechanism of injury, including the type of nonmotor vehicle and the impact on the patient.
Trauma cases involving significant injuries from collisions with bicycles or other nonmotorized vehicles.
Accurate coding is crucial for trauma registries and public health data.
Used when a patient presents with injuries from a nonmotor vehicle collision.
Document the nature of the injury and the circumstances of the accident.
Emergency medicine providers should ensure thorough documentation to support the visit level.
Use V06.9 when documenting injuries sustained by a pedestrian in a collision with a nonmotor vehicle, and the specifics of the accident (traffic vs. nontraffic) are not clear.
