Motorcycle passenger injured in collision with car, pick-up truck or van in nontraffic accident
ICD-10 V23.1 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of motorcycle passenger injured in collision with car, pick-up truck or van in nontraffic accident.
The ICD-10 code V23.1 is used to classify injuries sustained by a motorcycle passenger involved in a collision with a car, pick-up truck, or van during a nontraffic accident. Nontraffic accidents refer to incidents that occur outside of public roadways, such as in parking lots, private property, or during recreational activities. This code is essential for capturing the external cause of morbidity and mortality associated with motorcycle-related injuries, which can range from minor abrasions to severe trauma. Accurate coding is crucial for understanding the epidemiology of motorcycle injuries, guiding public health interventions, and ensuring appropriate resource allocation for trauma care. Documentation should include details about the circumstances of the accident, the type of vehicle involved, and the nature of the injuries sustained.
Emergency department notes should clearly document the mechanism of injury, type of vehicle, and any immediate interventions performed.
Patients presenting with lacerations, fractures, or head injuries following a motorcycle accident in a parking lot.
Ensure that the documentation specifies that the incident was a nontraffic accident to avoid misclassification.
Trauma notes must include detailed descriptions of injuries, surgical interventions, and the context of the accident.
Trauma cases involving multiple injuries from a motorcycle collision with a stationary vehicle.
Consider the potential for multiple injuries and the need for comprehensive coding to capture all aspects of the trauma.
Used when a motorcycle passenger presents to the ED with injuries from a nontraffic accident.
Document the patient's condition, treatment provided, and any referrals made.
Emergency medicine providers should ensure that the mechanism of injury is clearly documented.
Traffic accidents occur on public roadways and involve motor vehicles in motion, while nontraffic accidents occur in private settings or stationary vehicles, such as parking lots.
