Unspecified electric (assisted) bicycle rider injured in collision with railway train or railway vehicle in nontraffic accident
ICD-10 V25.21 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of unspecified electric (assisted) bicycle rider injured in collision with railway train or railway vehicle in nontraffic accident.
The code V25.21 is used to classify injuries sustained by riders of electric (assisted) bicycles who are involved in collisions with railway trains or railway vehicles in nontraffic settings. This code is particularly relevant in scenarios where the accident occurs outside of typical roadway traffic, such as in railway yards, private property, or other non-public road environments. The injuries can range from minor to severe, depending on the circumstances of the collision. Accurate documentation is crucial, as it helps in understanding the nature of the injuries and the context in which they occurred, which can influence treatment decisions and public health responses. This code is essential for tracking morbidity and mortality associated with such incidents, contributing to data that can inform safety regulations and preventive measures for electric bicycle riders.
Emergency departments must document the mechanism of injury, location of the accident, and specific injuries sustained.
Patients presenting with fractures, lacerations, or concussions after a collision with a train.
Ensure that the documentation clearly differentiates between traffic and nontraffic incidents to avoid coding errors.
Detailed trauma assessments and surgical notes should include the mechanism of injury and any relevant imaging results.
Trauma cases involving significant injuries from collisions, requiring surgical intervention.
Accurate coding is critical for trauma registries and quality improvement initiatives.
Used when a patient presents to the emergency department with injuries from a collision.
Document the nature of the injuries, the mechanism of injury, and any treatments provided.
Emergency medicine providers should ensure that the visit level reflects the complexity of the case.
You should document the specifics of the accident, including the location, the type of electric bicycle involved, the nature of the injuries sustained, and any relevant circumstances that clarify the nontraffic nature of the incident.
