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ICD-10 Guide
ICD-10 CodesV62.2

V62.2

Billable

Person on outside of heavy transport vehicle injured in collision with two- or three-wheeled motor vehicle in nontraffic accident

BILLABLE STATUSYes
IMPLEMENTATION DATEOctober 1, 2015
LAST UPDATED09/11/2025

Code Description

ICD-10 V62.2 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of person on outside of heavy transport vehicle injured in collision with two- or three-wheeled motor vehicle in nontraffic accident.

Key Diagnostic Point:

V62.2 is used to classify injuries sustained by individuals who are outside of a heavy transport vehicle (such as a bus or truck) and are involved in a collision with a two- or three-wheeled motor vehicle (like a motorcycle or scooter) during a nontraffic accident. This code is particularly relevant in scenarios where the collision occurs in settings such as parking lots, private property, or during loading/unloading activities. The injuries can range from minor abrasions to severe trauma, depending on the circumstances of the collision. Accurate coding of this scenario is crucial for understanding the epidemiology of such incidents and for appropriate resource allocation in public health and trauma care. Documentation should include details about the environment, the nature of the collision, and the injuries sustained to ensure proper coding and billing.

Code Complexity Analysis

Complexity Rating: Medium

Medium Complexity

Complexity Factors

  • Determining the exact nature of the accident (nontraffic vs. traffic)
  • Identifying the specific type of vehicle involved
  • Documenting the location of the incident accurately
  • Understanding the distinction between various external cause codes

Audit Risk Factors

  • Inadequate documentation of the accident's circumstances
  • Misclassification of the accident type (traffic vs. nontraffic)
  • Failure to specify the type of heavy transport vehicle
  • Insufficient detail on the injuries sustained

Specialty Focus

Medical Specialties

Emergency Medicine

Documentation Requirements

Emergency department notes should clearly describe the mechanism of injury, the patient's condition upon arrival, and any immediate interventions performed.

Common Clinical Scenarios

Patients presenting with lacerations, fractures, or contusions after being struck by a motorcycle while standing outside a bus.

Billing Considerations

Ensure that the documentation specifies the nontraffic nature of the accident to avoid misclassification.

Trauma Surgery

Documentation Requirements

Trauma registries require detailed descriptions of the injury mechanism, including the type of vehicles involved and the patient's trajectory during the incident.

Common Clinical Scenarios

Trauma cases involving severe injuries from collisions with motorcycles while the patient is outside a heavy transport vehicle.

Billing Considerations

Accurate coding is essential for trauma statistics and resource allocation; ensure all details are captured.

Coding Guidelines

Inclusion Criteria

Use V62.2 When
  • Follow the ICD
  • CM guidelines for external cause codes, ensuring that the code is used in conjunction with the appropriate injury codes
  • Document the circumstances of the accident thoroughly to support the use of V62

Exclusion Criteria

Do NOT use V62.2 When
No specific exclusions found.

Related ICD-10 Codes

Related CPT Codes

99283CPT Code

Emergency department visit, moderate severity

Clinical Scenario

Used when a patient presents to the emergency department with injuries from a nontraffic accident.

Documentation Requirements

Document the nature of the injuries, the mechanism of injury, and any treatments provided.

Specialty Considerations

Emergency medicine specialists should ensure that the visit level reflects the complexity of the case.

ICD-10 Impact

Diagnostic & Documentation Impact

Enhanced Specificity

ICD-10 Improvements

The transition to ICD-10 has allowed for more specific coding of external causes of injuries, improving data accuracy and enhancing public health surveillance capabilities.

ICD-9 vs ICD-10

The transition to ICD-10 has allowed for more specific coding of external causes of injuries, improving data accuracy and enhancing public health surveillance capabilities.

Reimbursement & Billing Impact

The transition to ICD-10 has allowed for more specific coding of external causes of injuries, improving data accuracy and enhancing public health surveillance capabilities.

Resources

Clinical References

  • •
    ICD-10-CM Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting

Coding & Billing References

  • •
    ICD-10-CM Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of injuries are typically coded with V62.2?

Injuries coded with V62.2 can include fractures, lacerations, contusions, and other trauma resulting from collisions with two- or three-wheeled vehicles while outside a heavy transport vehicle.