Motor- or nonmotor-vehicle accident, type of vehicle unspecified
Chapter 20:External causes of morbidity
ICD-10 V89 is a used to indicate a diagnosis of motor- or nonmotor-vehicle accident, type of vehicle unspecified.
The ICD-10 code V89 refers to motor- or nonmotor-vehicle accidents where the type of vehicle involved is unspecified. This category encompasses a wide range of incidents, including collisions involving cars, trucks, motorcycles, bicycles, and other forms of transportation. It is crucial for healthcare providers to accurately document the circumstances surrounding the accident to ensure appropriate coding and billing. The use of this code is particularly relevant in emergency departments and trauma centers where patients may present with injuries resulting from various types of vehicular accidents without clear identification of the vehicle type involved.
Standard ICD-10-CM documentation requirements apply
Various clinical presentations within this specialty area
Follow specialty-specific billing guidelines
Standard ICD-10-CM documentation requirements apply
Various clinical presentations within this specialty area
Follow specialty-specific billing guidelines
V89 covers injuries resulting from motor- or nonmotor-vehicle accidents where the specific type of vehicle is not identified. This includes a variety of incidents such as pedestrian accidents, bicycle accidents, and collisions involving multiple vehicle types.
V89 codes should be used when a patient presents with injuries from a vehicular accident, and the type of vehicle involved is unknown or unspecified. It is important to use this code when more specific codes cannot be accurately assigned.
Documentation should include details of the accident, the nature of the injuries sustained, and any relevant circumstances surrounding the event. This information is critical for justifying the use of V89 and ensuring proper reimbursement.
