Electric (assisted) bicycle driver injured in collision with car, pick-up truck or van in traffic accident
ICD-10 V23.41 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of electric (assisted) bicycle driver injured in collision with car, pick-up truck or van in traffic accident.
The V23.41 code is utilized to classify injuries sustained by drivers of electric (assisted) bicycles involved in traffic accidents with motor vehicles such as cars, pick-up trucks, or vans. This code is essential for capturing the external cause of morbidity and mortality related to traffic incidents involving non-motorized vehicles. The use of electric bicycles has surged in recent years, leading to an increase in associated injuries. Accurate coding of these incidents is crucial for public health data collection, resource allocation, and injury prevention strategies. Documentation should include details about the circumstances of the accident, the type of vehicle involved, and the nature of the injuries sustained. This code is particularly relevant in urban settings where electric bicycles are commonly used for commuting, and it highlights the need for awareness regarding the safety of vulnerable road users.
Emergency department notes should clearly document the mechanism of injury, type of vehicles involved, and any relevant witness statements.
Patients presenting with fractures, lacerations, or contusions after a collision with a motor vehicle.
Consideration of the patient's pre-existing conditions that may affect recovery or treatment.
Trauma assessments must include detailed descriptions of the injury patterns and the mechanism of injury.
Trauma cases involving significant injuries such as head trauma or pelvic fractures from high-impact collisions.
Documentation should reflect the severity of injuries and any surgical interventions performed.
Used when an electric bicycle driver presents to the emergency department with significant injuries.
Detailed documentation of the patient's condition, treatment provided, and any imaging studies performed.
Emergency medicine specialists should ensure that the mechanism of injury is clearly documented.
Documentation should include details about the accident, the type of vehicles involved, the circumstances leading to the injury, and the nature of the injuries sustained.
