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ICD-10 CodesV29.208

V29.208

Billable

Unspecified rider of other motorcycle injured in collision with unspecified motor vehicles in nontraffic accident

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

Code Description

ICD-10 V29.208 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of unspecified rider of other motorcycle injured in collision with unspecified motor vehicles in nontraffic accident.

Key Diagnostic Point:

The code V29.208 is used to classify injuries sustained by an unspecified rider of a motorcycle involved in a collision with an unspecified motor vehicle during a nontraffic accident. Nontraffic accidents can occur in various settings, such as private property or during recreational activities. This code is particularly relevant in cases where the specifics of the accident are not fully documented or when the vehicle types involved are not clearly identified. Accurate coding is essential for tracking injury patterns, understanding public health implications, and ensuring appropriate resource allocation for trauma care. It is crucial for coders to gather as much detail as possible about the incident to support the use of this code, as it may impact the quality of data collected for injury prevention and research purposes.

Code Complexity Analysis

Complexity Rating: Medium

Medium Complexity

Complexity Factors

  • Lack of specificity regarding the type of motorcycle and motor vehicle involved.
  • Variability in documentation practices across healthcare providers.
  • Potential for misclassification if details of the accident are unclear.
  • Need for comprehensive understanding of nontraffic accident definitions.

Audit Risk Factors

  • Inadequate documentation of the accident details.
  • Failure to specify the type of motorcycle or vehicle involved.
  • Misinterpretation of nontraffic versus traffic accident classifications.
  • Inconsistent coding practices among different providers.

Specialty Focus

Medical Specialties

Emergency Medicine

Documentation Requirements

Emergency departments must document the mechanism of injury, including details about the motorcycle and vehicle involved, as well as the location of the accident.

Common Clinical Scenarios

Common scenarios include injuries from motorcycle accidents occurring in parking lots, driveways, or during recreational riding.

Billing Considerations

Emergency physicians should ensure that all relevant details are captured in the medical record to support accurate coding.

Trauma Surgery

Documentation Requirements

Trauma surgeons need to document the specifics of the injury, including the type of motorcycle and the circumstances of the collision.

Common Clinical Scenarios

Trauma cases may involve severe injuries from motorcycle collisions that occur outside of traditional traffic settings.

Billing Considerations

Trauma documentation should include a clear narrative of the incident to facilitate accurate coding and billing.

Coding Guidelines

Inclusion Criteria

Use V29.208 When
  • According to ICD
  • 10 coding guidelines, external cause codes should be used in conjunction with the appropriate injury codes
  • Coders must ensure that the external cause code accurately reflects the circumstances of the injury and is supported by the clinical documentation

Exclusion Criteria

Do NOT use V29.208 When
No specific exclusions found.

Related ICD-10 Codes

Related CPT Codes

99284CPT Code

Emergency department visit, high severity

Clinical Scenario

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

Documentation Requirements

Documentation must support the level of service provided, including details of the injury and treatment.

Specialty Considerations

Emergency medicine specialists should ensure that the visit is coded accurately based on 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 detailed coding of external causes of injuries, improving data collection and analysis for public health initiatives. This code reflects the need for specificity in documenting nontraffic motorcycle accidents.

ICD-9 vs ICD-10

The transition to ICD-10 has allowed for more detailed coding of external causes of injuries, improving data collection and analysis for public health initiatives. This code reflects the need for specificity in documenting nontraffic motorcycle accidents.

Reimbursement & Billing Impact

The transition to ICD-10 has allowed for more detailed coding of external causes of injuries, improving data collection and analysis for public health initiatives. This code reflects the need for specificity in documenting nontraffic motorcycle accidents.

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 V29.208?

Document the specifics of the accident, including the type of motorcycle, the circumstances of the collision, and the location of the incident. Ensure that the details clearly indicate that it was a nontraffic accident.