Car driver injured in collision with other nonmotor vehicle in nontraffic accident
ICD-10 V46.0 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of car driver injured in collision with other nonmotor vehicle in nontraffic accident.
The ICD-10 code V46.0 is used to classify injuries sustained by a car driver involved in a collision with a nonmotor vehicle, such as a bicycle, pedestrian, or animal, in a nontraffic accident scenario. This code is particularly relevant in cases where the accident occurs outside of typical roadway environments, such as in parking lots, private property, or during recreational activities. Accurate coding requires a thorough understanding of the circumstances surrounding the incident, including the location and nature of the collision. Documentation should detail the specifics of the accident, including the type of nonmotor vehicle involved and the context of the incident, to ensure proper coding and billing. This code is essential for tracking injury patterns and understanding the epidemiology of nontraffic-related accidents, which can inform public health initiatives and safety regulations.
Emergency department notes should clearly describe the mechanism of injury, including the type of nonmotor vehicle involved and the circumstances of the accident.
A patient presents to the emergency department after being struck by a bicycle while walking in a parking lot.
Ensure that the documentation specifies the location and context of the accident to support the use of V46.0.
Trauma notes must include detailed descriptions of the injury mechanism, including the type of nonmotor vehicle and the impact details.
A car driver sustains injuries after colliding with a pedestrian in a nontraffic setting.
Accurate coding is crucial for trauma registries and epidemiological studies; ensure all details are captured.
Used when a patient presents to the emergency department with injuries from a nontraffic accident.
Document the nature of the injuries and the circumstances of the accident.
Emergency medicine providers should ensure that the external cause code is linked to the visit.
Use V46.0 when coding for injuries sustained by a car driver in a collision with a nonmotor vehicle in a nontraffic accident, ensuring that the documentation supports the circumstances of the incident.
