Unspecified electric (assisted) bicycle rider injured in collision with pedestrian or animal in traffic accident
ICD-10 V20.91 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of unspecified electric (assisted) bicycle rider injured in collision with pedestrian or animal in traffic accident.
The code V20.91 is used to classify injuries sustained by riders of electric (assisted) bicycles who are involved in collisions with pedestrians or animals during traffic accidents. This code is essential for capturing the external causes of morbidity and mortality related to traffic incidents involving electric bicycles, which have become increasingly popular. The clinical context for this code includes various scenarios where an electric bicycle rider may collide with a pedestrian or an animal, leading to injuries that can range from minor to severe. Accurate coding is crucial for public health data collection, resource allocation, and understanding the epidemiology of traffic-related injuries. Documentation should include details about the circumstances of the accident, the nature of the injuries sustained, and any contributing factors such as road conditions or visibility. This code is particularly relevant in urban settings where electric bicycles are commonly used and where pedestrian traffic is high.
Emergency department notes should clearly document the mechanism of injury, including details of the collision, patient presentation, and any immediate interventions.
Patients presenting with fractures, lacerations, or contusions following a collision with a pedestrian or animal.
Ensure that the documentation reflects the specifics of the electric bicycle and the circumstances of the accident to support accurate coding.
Trauma notes must include a detailed account of the injury mechanism, injury severity, and any surgical interventions performed.
Severe injuries requiring surgical intervention, such as orthopedic repairs or soft tissue reconstruction following a collision.
Consider the potential for multiple injuries and the need for comprehensive coding to capture all relevant external causes.
Used when a patient presents to the emergency department with injuries from a collision.
Documentation must support the level of service, including history, examination, and medical decision-making.
Emergency medicine specialists should ensure that the mechanism of injury is clearly documented.
Documentation should include details about the accident, such as the type of electric bicycle, the nature of the collision, the injuries sustained, and any contributing factors like road conditions or visibility.
