Unspecified electric (assisted) bicycle rider injured in collision with car, pick-up truck or van in traffic accident
ICD-10 V23.91 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of unspecified electric (assisted) bicycle rider injured in collision with car, pick-up truck or van in traffic accident.
The V23.91 code is used to classify injuries sustained by riders of electric (assisted) bicycles involved in collisions with motor vehicles such as cars, pick-up trucks, or vans during traffic accidents. This code is essential for capturing the external cause of morbidity and mortality related to traffic incidents involving electric bicycles, which have gained popularity in urban areas. Accurate coding is crucial for public health data collection, resource allocation, and understanding the epidemiology of traffic-related injuries. The code is particularly relevant as electric bicycles can travel at higher speeds than traditional bicycles, potentially leading to more severe injuries in the event of a collision. Documentation should include details about the circumstances of the accident, the type of vehicle involved, and the nature of the injuries sustained to ensure proper coding and analysis of trends in electric bicycle-related accidents.
Emergency department notes should clearly document the mechanism of injury, type of vehicle involved, and any relevant witness statements.
Patients presenting with fractures, lacerations, or head injuries following a collision with a motor vehicle.
Ensure that the mechanism of injury is clearly articulated to support the use of V23.91.
Trauma registries should include detailed descriptions of the accident, injury severity scores, and treatment provided.
Severe injuries requiring surgical intervention, such as pelvic fractures or traumatic brain injuries.
Accurate coding is critical for trauma outcomes analysis and resource allocation.
Used when an electric bicycle rider presents to the ED with significant injuries.
Document the nature of the injuries, treatment provided, and any consultations.
Emergency medicine specialists should ensure thorough documentation to support the visit level.
Document the specifics of the accident, including the type of vehicle involved, the circumstances leading to the collision, and the nature of the injuries sustained by the electric bicycle rider.
