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ICD-10 CodesV19.81

V19.81

Billable

Pedal cyclist (driver) (passenger) injured in transport accident with military vehicle

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

Code Description

ICD-10 V19.81 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of pedal cyclist (driver) (passenger) injured in transport accident with military vehicle.

Key Diagnostic Point:

The ICD-10 code V19.81 is used to classify injuries sustained by pedal cyclists, whether they are drivers or passengers, involved in transport accidents specifically with military vehicles. This code is crucial for capturing the external cause of morbidity and mortality related to cycling accidents involving military transport. Such incidents may occur in various contexts, including military training exercises, parades, or accidents involving military personnel on duty. Accurate coding is essential for public health data collection, resource allocation, and understanding the epidemiology of cycling injuries in relation to military vehicles. Documentation should include details about the circumstances of the accident, the type of military vehicle involved, and the nature of the injuries sustained by the cyclist.

Code Complexity Analysis

Complexity Rating: Medium

Medium Complexity

Complexity Factors

  • Specificity of the incident involving military vehicles
  • Differentiation between driver and passenger roles
  • Need for detailed documentation of the accident context
  • Potential overlap with other external cause codes

Audit Risk Factors

  • Inadequate documentation of the accident details
  • Misclassification of the cyclist's role (driver vs. passenger)
  • Failure to capture the military aspect of the vehicle involved
  • Inconsistent coding practices across different providers

Specialty Focus

Medical Specialties

Emergency Medicine

Documentation Requirements

Emergency departments must document the mechanism of injury, including the type of vehicle involved, the cyclist's role, and any contributing factors such as weather conditions.

Common Clinical Scenarios

Common scenarios include cyclists struck by military trucks during training exercises or parades.

Billing Considerations

Emergency physicians should ensure that all relevant details are captured in the medical record to support accurate coding.

Trauma Surgery

Documentation Requirements

Trauma surgeons need to document the extent of injuries, the mechanism of injury, and any surgical interventions performed.

Common Clinical Scenarios

Trauma cases may involve severe injuries from collisions with military vehicles, requiring detailed surgical notes.

Billing Considerations

Trauma documentation should include specifics about the military vehicle and the circumstances of the accident to ensure proper coding.

Coding Guidelines

Inclusion Criteria

Use V19.81 When
  • According to ICD
  • 10 coding guidelines, external cause codes should be used in conjunction with the primary diagnosis code
  • It is essential to document the circumstances surrounding the injury, including the type of vehicle and the role of the cyclist
  • The code should be reported in the secondary position after the injury diagnosis

Exclusion Criteria

Do NOT use V19.81 When
No specific exclusions found.

Related ICD-10 Codes

Related CPT Codes

99284CPT Code

Emergency department visit, high severity

Clinical Scenario

Used when a cyclist presents to the emergency department after being struck by a military vehicle.

Documentation Requirements

Detailed documentation of the injury, mechanism of injury, and treatment provided.

Specialty Considerations

Emergency medicine specialists should ensure that all relevant details are captured for accurate coding.

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, including those involving military vehicles. This specificity aids in better tracking and understanding of injury patterns, which can inform public health initiatives and safety regulations.

ICD-9 vs ICD-10

The transition to ICD-10 has allowed for more specific coding of external causes of injuries, including those involving military vehicles. This specificity aids in better tracking and understanding of injury patterns, which can inform public health initiatives and safety regulations.

Reimbursement & Billing Impact

The transition to ICD-10 has allowed for more specific coding of external causes of injuries, including those involving military vehicles. This specificity aids in better tracking and understanding of injury patterns, which can inform public health initiatives and safety regulations.

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 should be documented to support the use of V19.81?

Documentation should include the type of military vehicle involved, the role of the cyclist (driver or passenger), the circumstances of the accident, and the nature of the injuries sustained.