V03.1: Pedestrian injured in collision with car, pick-up truck or van : traffic accident

The diagnostic term pertaining to the ICD-10 code V03.1 refers to the event where an individual, while functioning as a pedestrian, sustains injuries as a result of a collision with a car, pick-up truck, or van in a traffic accident scenario. Such incidents typically involve the pedestrian being hit by the vehicle while on foot in a location where vehicles have the right-of-way, such as on a road or in a parking lot. The danger of this situation is due to the unprotected nature of the pedestrian as compared to those occupying a vehicle, placing the pedestrian at a greater risk for injury. The type of injury suffered could range from minor like bruises and cuts, to severe injuries as brain trauma and breakages, depending on the circumstances of the collision. Furthermore, the progression and recovery from such injuries may vary greatly depending on the individual and the specific injuries incurred.