Car occupant injured in collision with fixed or stationary object
Chapter 20:External causes of morbidity
ICD-10 V47 is a used to indicate a diagnosis of car occupant injured in collision with fixed or stationary object.
The ICD-10 Level 1 Category code V47 pertains to car occupants who sustain injuries as a result of collisions with fixed or stationary objects. This category encompasses a variety of conditions, including but not limited to, traumatic brain injuries, fractures, lacerations, and contusions that may occur during such incidents. The clinical significance of this category lies in its ability to accurately capture the nature of injuries sustained in vehicular accidents, which is crucial for both treatment planning and epidemiological studies. Proper coding under V47 allows healthcare providers to track injury patterns and outcomes, thereby enhancing patient care and safety measures on the road.
Standard ICD-10-CM documentation requirements apply
Various clinical presentations within this specialty area
Follow specialty-specific billing guidelines
Standard ICD-10-CM documentation requirements apply
Various clinical presentations within this specialty area
Follow specialty-specific billing guidelines
V47 includes conditions such as traumatic brain injuries, spinal injuries, fractures, and soft tissue injuries resulting from collisions with fixed or stationary objects.
V47 codes should be used when documenting injuries sustained by car occupants in incidents involving collisions with fixed or stationary objects, ensuring that the specific nature of the injuries is accurately captured.
Documentation should include a detailed account of the incident, the nature of the injuries sustained, diagnostic imaging results, and any treatment provided, to support the use of V47 codes.
