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ICD-10 CodesV27.19

V27.19

Billable

Other motorcycle passenger injured in collision with fixed or stationary object in nontraffic accident

BILLABLE STATUSYes
IMPLEMENTATION DATEOctober 1, 2015
LAST UPDATED09/11/2025

Code Description

ICD-10 V27.19 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of other motorcycle passenger injured in collision with fixed or stationary object in nontraffic accident.

Key Diagnostic Point:

The ICD-10 code V27.19 is used to classify injuries sustained by motorcycle passengers involved in collisions with fixed or stationary objects during nontraffic accidents. This may include incidents where a motorcycle passenger is injured after the motorcycle collides with a tree, building, or other immovable structures, outside of typical roadway traffic scenarios. Such accidents can occur in various environments, including private property or recreational areas. The injuries can range from minor abrasions to severe trauma, including fractures, head injuries, or internal injuries, depending on the nature of the collision and the protective gear worn by the passenger. Accurate coding of this scenario is crucial for understanding the epidemiology of motorcycle-related injuries and for implementing preventive measures in public health initiatives.

Code Complexity Analysis

Complexity Rating: Medium

Medium Complexity

Complexity Factors

  • Differentiating between traffic and nontraffic accidents
  • Identifying the specific type of fixed or stationary object involved
  • Documenting the circumstances leading to the accident
  • Understanding the distinction between passenger and driver injuries

Audit Risk Factors

  • Inadequate documentation of the accident circumstances
  • Misclassification of traffic vs. nontraffic accidents
  • Failure to specify the type of object involved in the collision
  • Linking the code to unrelated primary diagnoses

Specialty Focus

Medical Specialties

Emergency Medicine

Documentation Requirements

Emergency departments must document the mechanism of injury, including details about the collision and the type of object involved.

Common Clinical Scenarios

Patients presenting with injuries from motorcycle accidents on private property or during recreational activities.

Billing Considerations

Emergency physicians should ensure that the external cause code reflects the nontraffic nature of the accident.

Trauma Surgery

Documentation Requirements

Trauma surgeons need detailed accounts of the injury mechanism, including the impact force and the patient's protective gear.

Common Clinical Scenarios

Trauma cases involving motorcycle passengers with significant injuries from collisions with stationary objects.

Billing Considerations

Accurate coding is essential for trauma registries and for understanding injury patterns in motorcycle accidents.

Coding Guidelines

Inclusion Criteria

Use V27.19 When
  • Coders should refer to the official ICD
  • CM coding guidelines, particularly those related to external cause codes, ensuring that the code is used in conjunction with appropriate injury codes and that the circumstances of the accident are well
  • documented

Exclusion Criteria

Do NOT use V27.19 When
No specific exclusions found.

Related ICD-10 Codes

Related CPT Codes

99284CPT Code

Emergency department visit, high severity

Clinical Scenario

Used when a motorcycle passenger presents to the emergency department with significant injuries.

Documentation Requirements

Document the patient's condition, mechanism of injury, and any treatments provided.

Specialty Considerations

Emergency medicine specialists should ensure that the visit is coded accurately based on the severity of the injuries.

ICD-10 Impact

Diagnostic & Documentation Impact

Enhanced Specificity

ICD-10 Improvements

The transition to ICD-10 has allowed for more specific coding of external causes of injuries, improving data collection and analysis for public health initiatives aimed at reducing motorcycle-related injuries.

ICD-9 vs ICD-10

The transition to ICD-10 has allowed for more specific coding of external causes of injuries, improving data collection and analysis for public health initiatives aimed at reducing motorcycle-related injuries.

Reimbursement & Billing Impact

The transition to ICD-10 has allowed for more specific coding of external causes of injuries, improving data collection and analysis for public health initiatives aimed at reducing motorcycle-related injuries.

Resources

Clinical References

  • •
    ICD-10-CM Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting

Coding & Billing References

  • •
    ICD-10-CM Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between V27.19 and V27.11?

V27.19 is used for motorcycle passengers injured in nontraffic accidents, while V27.11 is for those injured in traffic accidents. Accurate documentation of the accident type is essential for correct coding.