Person boarding or alighting a car injured in collision with two- or three-wheeled motor vehicle
ICD-10 V42.4 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of person boarding or alighting a car injured in collision with two- or three-wheeled motor vehicle.
This code is used to classify injuries sustained by individuals who are boarding or alighting from a car and are subsequently involved in a collision with a two- or three-wheeled motor vehicle, such as a motorcycle or scooter. The injuries can range from minor abrasions to severe trauma, depending on the speed of the vehicles involved and the circumstances of the incident. This code is particularly relevant in urban settings where traffic congestion and mixed vehicle types increase the likelihood of such accidents. Accurate coding is essential for understanding the epidemiology of traffic-related injuries and for implementing public health interventions aimed at reducing these incidents. Documentation should include details about the circumstances of the injury, the type of vehicles involved, and the location of the incident to ensure proper coding and analysis.
Emergency department notes should clearly document the mechanism of injury, including the actions of the patient (boarding or alighting) and the type of vehicle involved.
Patients presenting with trauma after being struck while getting in or out of a vehicle, often requiring immediate assessment and intervention.
Consideration of potential head injuries or fractures, and the need for imaging studies to assess the extent of injuries.
Detailed operative notes and trauma assessments should include the mechanism of injury and any surgical interventions performed.
Patients with significant trauma from collisions, requiring surgical intervention or intensive care.
Documentation should reflect the severity of injuries and any complications arising from the incident.
Used when a patient presents to the emergency department with injuries from a collision.
Documentation must include the patient's presenting symptoms, history of the incident, and examination findings.
Emergency medicine providers should ensure that the mechanism of injury is clearly documented.
You should document the specific circumstances of the injury, including whether the patient was boarding or alighting from a vehicle, the type of two- or three-wheeled vehicle involved, and the location of the incident. Detailed descriptions of the injuries sustained and any treatments provided are also essential.
