Electric (assisted) bicycle driver injured in collision with other nonmotor vehicle in traffic accident
ICD-10 V26.41 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of electric (assisted) bicycle driver injured in collision with other nonmotor vehicle in traffic accident.
The ICD-10 code V26.41 is used to classify injuries sustained by drivers of electric (assisted) bicycles involved in collisions with nonmotor vehicles, such as pedestrians, bicycles, or other non-motorized transport, during traffic accidents. This code is essential for capturing the external causes of morbidity and mortality related to traffic incidents involving electric bicycles. As the popularity of electric bicycles increases, so does the need for accurate coding to reflect the unique circumstances of these accidents. Documentation should include details about the nature of the collision, the type of nonmotor vehicle involved, and the specific injuries sustained. Accurate coding is crucial for public health data, resource allocation, and injury prevention strategies, as it helps identify trends and risk factors associated with electric bicycle accidents.
Emergency department notes should clearly document the mechanism of injury, type of collision, and any immediate interventions performed.
Patients presenting with fractures, lacerations, or concussions following a collision with a pedestrian or another bicycle.
Consideration of the patient's history, including helmet use and prior injuries, can impact coding.
Trauma documentation must include detailed descriptions of injuries, surgical interventions, and the context of the accident.
Trauma cases involving significant injuries such as head trauma or orthopedic injuries from collisions.
Accurate coding is critical for trauma registries and quality improvement initiatives.
Used for patients presenting with injuries from electric bicycle accidents.
Documentation must support the level of service, including history, examination, and medical decision-making.
Emergency medicine providers should ensure accurate coding to reflect the complexity of the case.
Injuries coded with V26.41 typically include fractures, concussions, lacerations, and other trauma resulting from collisions involving electric bicycles and nonmotor vehicles.
