Person boarding or alighting a motorcycle injured in collision with pedal cycle
ICD-10 V21.3 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of person boarding or alighting a motorcycle injured in collision with pedal cycle.
The ICD-10 code V21.3 is used to classify injuries sustained by individuals who are boarding or alighting from a motorcycle and are involved in a collision with a pedal cycle (bicycle). This code captures the external cause of morbidity and mortality related to motorcycle accidents, specifically focusing on the circumstances surrounding the injury. Such incidents often occur in urban settings where traffic is dense, and the interaction between motorized and non-motorized vehicles is frequent. The injuries can range from minor abrasions to severe trauma, including fractures and head injuries, depending on the speed of the vehicles involved and the protective measures taken by the motorcyclist. Accurate coding of this incident is crucial for public health data, as it helps in understanding the patterns of motorcycle-related injuries and informs preventive measures and policy-making.
Emergency departments must document the mechanism of injury, including the actions of the patient (boarding or alighting) and details of the collision.
Patients presenting with trauma after being struck while boarding or alighting from a motorcycle.
Ensure that the mechanism of injury is clearly documented to support the use of V21.3.
Trauma documentation should include detailed descriptions of injuries, the mechanism of injury, and any pre-existing conditions.
Trauma cases involving complex injuries from motorcycle accidents.
Consider the need for additional codes to capture the full extent of injuries sustained.
Used when a patient presents to the emergency department with injuries from a motorcycle accident.
Document the mechanism of injury and the severity of the injuries.
Emergency medicine specialists should ensure thorough documentation to support the visit level.
Document the specific circumstances of the injury, including whether the individual was boarding or alighting from the motorcycle and the details of the collision with the pedal cycle.
