Person boarding or alighting a heavy transport vehicle injured in collision with two- or three-wheeled motor vehicle
ICD-10 V62.4 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of person boarding or alighting a heavy transport vehicle injured in collision with two- or three-wheeled motor vehicle.
This code is used to classify injuries sustained by individuals who are boarding or alighting from heavy transport vehicles, such as buses or trucks, when they are involved in a collision with two- or three-wheeled motor vehicles, like motorcycles or scooters. The injuries can range from minor to severe, depending on the circumstances of the collision, including the speed of the vehicles involved, the angle of impact, and the protective measures taken by the injured person. Common injuries may include fractures, contusions, and lacerations. Accurate coding is essential for tracking the incidence of such accidents, which can inform public health initiatives aimed at improving road safety and reducing injuries. This code is particularly relevant in urban settings where heavy transport vehicles frequently interact with smaller vehicles and pedestrians, highlighting the need for awareness and safety measures in these environments.
Emergency departments must document the mechanism of injury, including details about the vehicles involved and the patient's actions at the time of the incident.
Patients presenting with injuries after being struck while boarding or alighting from a bus or truck.
Emergency physicians should ensure that the external cause is clearly linked to the patient's injuries to support accurate coding.
Trauma surgeons need comprehensive documentation of the injury mechanism, including the type of transport vehicle and the nature of the collision.
Trauma cases involving significant injuries from collisions with heavy vehicles.
Trauma documentation should include details that support the coding of external causes, especially in cases with multiple injuries.
Used when a patient presents with injuries from a collision involving a heavy transport vehicle.
Documentation must include details of the injury mechanism and any treatments provided.
Emergency medicine specialists should ensure that the visit is coded accurately based on the complexity of the case.
Documentation should include the specific circumstances of the injury, including whether the patient was boarding or alighting from the heavy transport vehicle, the type of vehicle involved, and details of the collision with the two- or three-wheeled motor vehicle.
