Passenger in pick-up truck or van injured in collision with other and unspecified motor vehicles in traffic accident
ICD-10 V59.5 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of passenger in pick-up truck or van injured in collision with other and unspecified motor vehicles in traffic accident.
The ICD-10 code V59.5 is used to classify injuries sustained by passengers in pick-up trucks or vans involved in collisions with other motor vehicles. This code is particularly relevant in traffic accident scenarios where the passenger's role is specifically noted, allowing for accurate tracking of injuries related to vehicular accidents. The code encompasses a variety of potential injuries, from minor to severe, and is crucial for understanding the epidemiology of traffic-related injuries. Accurate coding is essential for public health data collection, resource allocation, and injury prevention strategies. It is important to document the circumstances of the accident, including the type of vehicles involved, to ensure the correct application of this code and to facilitate appropriate treatment and follow-up care.
Emergency departments must document the mechanism of injury, vehicle types, and passenger details to support the use of V59.5.
Patients presenting with trauma after being a passenger in a pick-up truck involved in a collision.
Emergency providers should ensure that all relevant details are captured in the medical record to support accurate coding.
Trauma surgeons need detailed accounts of the accident, including the impact force and passenger positioning.
Trauma cases involving severe injuries from pick-up truck accidents.
Accurate coding is critical for trauma registries and research purposes.
Used when a passenger presents to the emergency department after a traffic accident.
Document the mechanism of injury, vital signs, and treatment provided.
Emergency medicine providers should ensure comprehensive documentation to support the visit level.
Use V59.5 when documenting injuries sustained by a passenger in a pick-up truck or van involved in a collision with other motor vehicles, ensuring that the circumstances of the accident are well-documented.
