Pedal cycle passenger injured in collision with other motor vehicles in traffic accident
ICD-10 V19.59 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of pedal cycle passenger injured in collision with other motor vehicles in traffic accident.
The ICD-10 code V19.59 is used to classify injuries sustained by a pedal cycle passenger involved in a collision with other motor vehicles during a traffic accident. This code is essential for capturing the external cause of morbidity and mortality related to cycling accidents, which can lead to significant injuries such as fractures, head trauma, and soft tissue injuries. Accurate coding is crucial for public health data collection, resource allocation, and injury prevention strategies. The code is applicable in various clinical scenarios, including emergency department visits, inpatient admissions, and outpatient follow-ups, where the patient presents with injuries resulting from such incidents. Documentation should include details about the circumstances of the accident, the type of vehicle involved, and the nature of the injuries sustained to ensure precise coding and facilitate effective treatment planning.
Emergency physicians should document the mechanism of injury, including the type of vehicles involved, the speed of the vehicles, and the circumstances leading to the collision.
Patients presenting with head injuries, fractures, or lacerations after being struck by a motor vehicle while riding as a passenger on a bicycle.
Consideration should be given to the potential for multiple injuries and the need for comprehensive documentation to support the coding of all injuries sustained.
Trauma surgeons must document the extent of injuries, surgical interventions performed, and any complications arising from the accident.
Trauma cases involving severe injuries such as pelvic fractures, traumatic brain injuries, or internal organ damage due to a collision.
Accurate coding is critical for trauma registries and for tracking outcomes related to specific types of traffic accidents.
Used when a patient presents to the emergency department with injuries from a traffic accident.
Documentation must include the nature of the injuries, treatment provided, and any follow-up care needed.
Emergency medicine specialists should ensure that the visit is coded accurately based on the complexity of the case.
Documentation should include details about the accident, such as the type of vehicles involved, the circumstances leading to the collision, and the nature of the injuries sustained by the patient.
