Driver of pick-up truck or van injured in collision with car, pick-up truck or van in traffic accident
ICD-10 V53.5 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of driver of pick-up truck or van injured in collision with car, pick-up truck or van in traffic accident.
The ICD-10 code V53.5 is used to classify injuries sustained by the driver of a pick-up truck or van involved in a collision with another vehicle, specifically a car, pick-up truck, or van. This code is part of the external cause of morbidity and mortality classification, which captures the circumstances surrounding injuries and accidents. It is essential for public health data collection, allowing for the analysis of traffic-related injuries and the development of safety interventions. The code is applicable in various clinical scenarios, including emergency department visits for trauma assessment, inpatient admissions for surgical interventions, and outpatient follow-ups for rehabilitation. Accurate coding is crucial for understanding the impact of traffic accidents on public health and for resource allocation in trauma care. Documentation must clearly indicate the nature of the collision, the type of vehicle involved, and the specific injuries sustained to ensure proper coding and reimbursement.
Detailed notes on the mechanism of injury, vehicle types, and patient presentation.
Patients presenting with trauma from vehicle collisions, requiring immediate assessment and intervention.
Ensure that all injuries related to the accident are documented to support the use of external cause codes.
Comprehensive trauma assessments, including injury patterns and surgical interventions.
Patients requiring surgical intervention due to severe injuries from traffic accidents.
Accurate coding of all injuries sustained during the accident is critical for surgical documentation and billing.
Used for patients presenting with injuries from traffic accidents.
Document the nature of the injuries and the circumstances of the accident.
Emergency medicine providers should ensure thorough documentation of the accident details.
Use V53.5 when documenting injuries sustained by the driver of a pick-up truck or van involved in a collision with another vehicle, ensuring that all relevant details of the accident are captured.
