Occupant (driver) (passenger) of pick-up truck or van injured in other specified transport accidents
ICD-10 V59.88 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of occupant (driver) (passenger) of pick-up truck or van injured in other specified transport accidents.
The ICD-10 code V59.88 is used to classify injuries sustained by occupants, either drivers or passengers, of pick-up trucks or vans involved in transport accidents that do not fall under more specific categories. This code is particularly relevant in cases where the nature of the accident is not clearly defined, such as collisions with stationary objects, rollovers, or accidents involving multiple vehicles where the specifics of the incident are not fully documented. Accurate coding is essential for tracking injury patterns, understanding the epidemiology of transport-related injuries, and ensuring appropriate resource allocation for public health initiatives aimed at reducing such incidents. Documentation should include details about the accident's circumstances, the vehicle type, and the nature of the injuries sustained to support the use of this code.
Emergency department records must include detailed descriptions of the accident, including vehicle type, speed, and impact details.
Patients presenting with trauma from pick-up truck or van accidents, including fractures, lacerations, or concussions.
Ensure that all relevant details are captured in the initial assessment to support accurate coding.
Trauma registries should include comprehensive data on the mechanism of injury, including vehicle specifics and accident circumstances.
Trauma cases involving multiple injuries from pick-up truck or van accidents requiring surgical intervention.
Accurate coding is critical for trauma outcomes analysis and resource allocation.
Used when a patient presents to the emergency department with injuries from a pick-up truck or van accident.
Document the patient's condition, treatment provided, and any referrals made.
Emergency medicine providers should ensure that the mechanism of injury is clearly documented.
Use V59.88 when documenting injuries sustained by occupants of pick-up trucks or vans in unspecified transport accidents, ensuring that the accident details are well-documented.
