Person boarding or alighting an electric (assisted) bicycle injured in collision with car, pick-up truck or van
ICD-10 V23.31 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of person boarding or alighting an electric (assisted) bicycle injured in collision with car, pick-up truck or van.
The V23.31 code is used to classify injuries sustained by individuals who are boarding or alighting from an electric (assisted) bicycle and are involved in a collision with a motor vehicle, specifically a car, pick-up truck, or van. This code captures the external cause of morbidity and mortality related to such incidents, which are increasingly common as the popularity of electric bicycles rises. 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 circumstances of the collision. Accurate coding is essential for tracking injury patterns, guiding public health interventions, and informing policy decisions regarding road safety and infrastructure improvements. Documentation should include details about the circumstances of the incident, the type of vehicles involved, and the specific injuries sustained to ensure proper coding and billing.
Emergency department notes should clearly document the mechanism of injury, including the type of bicycle and vehicle involved, as well as the patient's condition upon arrival.
Patients presenting with trauma after being struck while boarding or alighting from an electric bicycle.
Consideration of the patient's history, including any pre-existing conditions that may affect recovery.
Detailed operative reports and injury assessments must include descriptions of the injuries and the mechanism of injury.
Trauma cases involving multiple injuries from a collision, requiring surgical intervention.
Assessment of potential long-term complications from injuries sustained in the collision.
Used when a patient presents to the emergency department after a collision.
Documentation must support the level of service provided, including history, examination, and medical decision-making.
Emergency medicine providers should ensure thorough documentation of the mechanism of injury.
Documentation should include the type of electric bicycle, the circumstances of boarding or alighting, the type of vehicle involved in the collision, and the specific injuries sustained.
