Person boarding or alighting an electric (assisted) bicycle injured in noncollision transport accident
ICD-10 V28.31 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of person boarding or alighting an electric (assisted) bicycle injured in noncollision transport accident.
The ICD-10 code V28.31 is used to classify injuries sustained by individuals while boarding or alighting from an electric (assisted) bicycle in a noncollision transport accident. This code captures incidents where the injury occurs not due to a collision with another vehicle or object, but rather from the act of getting on or off the bicycle. Such injuries may include falls, strains, or other accidents that occur during the transition onto or off the bicycle. This code is particularly relevant in urban settings where electric bicycles are increasingly popular for commuting and recreational use. Accurate coding is essential for understanding the epidemiology of injuries related to electric bicycles and for implementing public health strategies aimed at reducing such incidents.
Emergency department notes should clearly describe the mechanism of injury, including details about the boarding or alighting process.
Patients presenting with falls while getting on or off an electric bicycle, resulting in fractures or soft tissue injuries.
Ensure that the documentation specifies that the injury occurred during the boarding or alighting process to avoid misclassification.
Trauma documentation must include a detailed account of the injury mechanism and any associated injuries.
Trauma cases involving patients who sustained injuries from falls while boarding or alighting from electric bicycles.
Consider the potential for multiple injuries and ensure all are documented and coded appropriately.
Used when a patient presents with injuries from boarding or alighting an electric bicycle.
Document the mechanism of injury and any treatments provided.
Emergency medicine providers should ensure thorough documentation to support the level of service billed.
V28.31 covers injuries sustained while boarding or alighting from an electric bicycle, including falls, strains, and other noncollision-related injuries.
