Motorcycle passenger injured in collision with car, pick-up truck or van in traffic accident
ICD-10 V23.5 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of motorcycle passenger injured in collision with car, pick-up truck or van in traffic accident.
The ICD-10 code V23.5 is used to classify injuries sustained by a motorcycle passenger involved in a collision with a car, pick-up truck, or van during a traffic accident. This code is critical for capturing the external cause of morbidity and mortality related to motorcycle accidents, which are a significant public health concern. Motorcycle passengers are particularly vulnerable due to the lack of protective barriers, leading to severe injuries or fatalities in collisions. Accurate coding of such incidents is essential for epidemiological tracking, resource allocation, and injury prevention strategies. Documentation should include details about the nature of the collision, the type of vehicle involved, and the specific injuries sustained to ensure proper coding and analysis of trends in motorcycle-related injuries.
Emergency departments must document the mechanism of injury, type of vehicles involved, and any pre-existing conditions that may affect treatment.
Patients presenting with trauma from motorcycle accidents, including fractures, lacerations, and head injuries.
Consideration of helmet use and other safety measures that may impact injury severity.
Detailed trauma assessments, including injury severity scores and surgical interventions performed.
Trauma cases involving multiple injuries from motorcycle collisions requiring surgical intervention.
Accurate coding of all injuries sustained, including those not immediately apparent.
Used for emergency visits related to motorcycle accidents.
Documentation must support the level of service provided, including history, examination, and medical decision-making.
Emergency medicine specialists should ensure thorough documentation of the mechanism of injury.
Documentation should include the details of the accident, the type of vehicles involved, the role of the patient (passenger), and any injuries sustained. This information is crucial for accurate coding and analysis.
