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ICD-10 CodesV28.4

V28.4

Billable

Motorcycle driver injured in noncollision transport accident in traffic accident

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

Code Description

ICD-10 V28.4 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of motorcycle driver injured in noncollision transport accident in traffic accident.

Key Diagnostic Point:

The ICD-10 code V28.4 is used to classify injuries sustained by motorcycle drivers involved in noncollision transport accidents within the context of traffic incidents. This code is particularly relevant for cases where the motorcycle driver is injured due to factors such as loss of control, road conditions, or mechanical failure, rather than a direct collision with another vehicle. Understanding the nuances of this code is essential for accurate documentation and coding, as it helps capture the specific circumstances surrounding the injury, which can influence treatment decisions and public health data. Accurate coding of V28.4 aids in identifying trends in motorcycle-related injuries, facilitating targeted interventions and safety measures to reduce morbidity and mortality associated with motorcycle accidents.

Code Complexity Analysis

Complexity Rating: Medium

Medium Complexity

Complexity Factors

  • Differentiating between collision and noncollision incidents
  • Understanding the specific circumstances leading to the accident
  • Documenting the mechanism of injury accurately
  • Ensuring proper linkage with primary diagnosis codes

Audit Risk Factors

  • Inadequate documentation of the accident circumstances
  • Misclassification of collision versus noncollision events
  • Failure to link to appropriate primary diagnosis codes
  • Inconsistent use of external cause codes across providers

Specialty Focus

Medical Specialties

Emergency Medicine

Documentation Requirements

Emergency department notes must clearly document the mechanism of injury, including details about the noncollision event and any contributing factors.

Common Clinical Scenarios

Patients presenting with injuries from loss of control, road hazards, or mechanical failures while riding a motorcycle.

Billing Considerations

Emergency providers should ensure that all relevant details are captured to support the use of V28.4, including witness statements if available.

Trauma Surgery

Documentation Requirements

Trauma documentation should include a thorough assessment of the injuries sustained, the mechanism of injury, and any pre-existing conditions that may affect treatment.

Common Clinical Scenarios

Trauma cases involving motorcycle drivers who have sustained injuries from falls or skids without collision.

Billing Considerations

Trauma surgeons should be aware of the implications of noncollision injuries on surgical interventions and recovery.

Coding Guidelines

Inclusion Criteria

Use V28.4 When
  • According to ICD
  • 10 coding guidelines, external cause codes should be used in conjunction with the primary diagnosis code
  • 4 should be reported only when the motorcycle driver is injured in a noncollision transport accident, and the circumstances of the accident must be clearly documented

Exclusion Criteria

Do NOT use V28.4 When
No specific exclusions found.

Related ICD-10 Codes

Related CPT Codes

99283CPT Code

Emergency department visit, level 3

Clinical Scenario

Used when a motorcycle driver presents to the emergency department with injuries from a noncollision accident.

Documentation Requirements

Documentation must include a detailed account of the patient's injuries and the circumstances of the accident.

Specialty Considerations

Emergency medicine specialists should ensure that the coding reflects the complexity of the case.

ICD-10 Impact

Diagnostic & Documentation Impact

Enhanced Specificity

ICD-10 Improvements

The transition to ICD-10 has allowed for more specific coding of motorcycle-related injuries, improving data accuracy and enabling better tracking of injury trends and outcomes.

ICD-9 vs ICD-10

The transition to ICD-10 has allowed for more specific coding of motorcycle-related injuries, improving data accuracy and enabling better tracking of injury trends and outcomes.

Reimbursement & Billing Impact

reimbursement.

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 be documented to support the use of V28.4?

Documentation should include a clear description of the accident circumstances, the mechanism of injury, and any relevant patient history that may impact treatment.