Unspecified electric (assisted) bicycle rider injured in collision with heavy transport vehicle or bus in traffic accident
ICD-10 V24.91 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of unspecified electric (assisted) bicycle rider injured in collision with heavy transport vehicle or bus in traffic accident.
This code is used to classify injuries sustained by riders of electric (assisted) bicycles who are involved in collisions with heavy transport vehicles or buses during traffic accidents. The increasing popularity of electric bicycles has led to a rise in related accidents, necessitating accurate coding for public health data and insurance claims. The code captures incidents where the specifics of the injury or the circumstances surrounding the collision are not fully detailed, allowing for the collection of data on this emerging mode of transportation. Accurate documentation is essential to ensure proper coding and to facilitate the analysis of trends in traffic-related injuries involving electric bicycles.
Emergency department notes should clearly document the mechanism of injury, type of vehicle involved, and any relevant patient history.
Patients presenting with trauma after being struck by a bus or heavy truck while riding an electric bicycle.
Ensure that the mechanism of injury is clearly articulated to avoid ambiguity in coding.
Operative reports and trauma assessments must detail the nature of injuries sustained and the circumstances of the accident.
Trauma cases involving multiple injuries from a collision with a heavy vehicle.
Consider the potential for multiple external cause codes if the patient has injuries from different mechanisms.
Used when a patient presents to the emergency department with injuries from a collision.
Document the nature of the injuries and the circumstances of the accident.
Emergency medicine providers should ensure that the mechanism of injury is clearly documented.
Documentation should include the specifics of the accident, including the type of heavy transport vehicle involved, the circumstances leading to the collision, and the nature of the injuries sustained.
