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ICD-10 CodesV27.2

V27.2

Billable

Unspecified motorcycle rider 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 V27.2 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of unspecified motorcycle rider injured in collision with fixed or stationary object in nontraffic accident.

Key Diagnostic Point:

The ICD-10 code V27.2 is used to classify injuries sustained by motorcycle riders who collide with fixed or stationary objects in nontraffic accidents. This code is particularly relevant in scenarios where the specifics of the accident are not fully documented or when the rider's injuries are not associated with a vehicular traffic incident. Common clinical contexts include accidents occurring in private property settings, such as driveways or parking lots, where the motorcycle rider may hit a wall, tree, or other stationary object. Accurate coding is essential for tracking injury patterns, understanding the epidemiology of motorcycle-related injuries, and ensuring appropriate resource allocation for trauma care. Documentation should include details about the nature of the collision, the rider's condition, and any immediate interventions provided.

Code Complexity Analysis

Complexity Rating: Medium

Medium Complexity

Complexity Factors

  • Ambiguity in documentation regarding the specifics of the accident.
  • Variability in how nontraffic accidents are reported.
  • Potential overlap with other external cause codes.
  • Need for precise details to differentiate between traffic and nontraffic incidents.

Audit Risk Factors

  • Inadequate documentation of the accident details.
  • Misclassification of traffic vs. nontraffic incidents.
  • Failure to capture the mechanism of injury accurately.
  • Inconsistent use of external cause codes across providers.

Specialty Focus

Medical Specialties

Emergency Medicine

Documentation Requirements

Emergency departments must document the mechanism of injury, location of the accident, and any immediate treatment provided.

Common Clinical Scenarios

Patients presenting with fractures, lacerations, or concussions after colliding with stationary objects.

Billing Considerations

Ensure that the narrative clearly distinguishes between traffic and nontraffic incidents to avoid coding errors.

Trauma Surgery

Documentation Requirements

Detailed trauma assessments, including injury severity scores and descriptions of the collision.

Common Clinical Scenarios

Surgical interventions for severe injuries resulting from motorcycle collisions with fixed objects.

Billing Considerations

Accurate coding is critical for trauma registries and research purposes.

Coding Guidelines

Inclusion Criteria

Use V27.2 When
  • Follow the ICD
  • CM Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting, particularly Section I
  • 19 for external cause codes
  • Ensure that the code is used in conjunction with appropriate injury codes to provide a complete picture of the patient's condition

Exclusion Criteria

Do NOT use V27.2 When
No specific exclusions found.

Related ICD-10 Codes

Related CPT Codes

99283CPT Code

Emergency department visit, moderate severity

Clinical Scenario

Used when a motorcycle rider presents to the emergency department after a collision.

Documentation Requirements

Document the reason for the visit, examination findings, and treatment provided.

Specialty Considerations

Emergency medicine providers should ensure that the visit is appropriately coded based on the complexity of care.

ICD-10 Impact

Diagnostic & Documentation Impact

Enhanced Specificity

ICD-10 Improvements

The transition to ICD-10 has allowed for more detailed coding of external causes, improving the ability to track and analyze motorcycle-related injuries. V27.2 provides a specific classification for nontraffic incidents, which was less defined in ICD-9.

ICD-9 vs ICD-10

The transition to ICD-10 has allowed for more detailed coding of external causes, improving the ability to track and analyze motorcycle-related injuries. V27.2 provides a specific classification for nontraffic incidents, which was less defined in ICD-9.

Reimbursement & Billing Impact

The transition to ICD-10 has allowed for more detailed coding of external causes, improving the ability to track and analyze motorcycle-related injuries. V27.2 provides a specific classification for nontraffic incidents, which was less defined in ICD-9.

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 should I document to support the use of V27.2?

Document the specifics of the accident, including the type of fixed object involved, the circumstances leading to the collision, and the nature of the injuries sustained.