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ICD-10 CodesV29.29

V29.29

Billable

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

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

Code Description

ICD-10 V29.29 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of unspecified motorcycle rider injured in collision with other motor vehicles in nontraffic accident.

Key Diagnostic Point:

The V29.29 code is utilized to classify injuries sustained by motorcycle riders involved in collisions with other motor vehicles that occur outside of typical traffic scenarios. This may include incidents occurring in private property settings, such as parking lots or driveways, where the collision does not involve public roadways. The code captures the external cause of morbidity and mortality associated with motorcycle accidents, emphasizing the need for accurate documentation of the circumstances surrounding the injury. Proper coding is essential for understanding the epidemiology of motorcycle-related injuries and for implementing public health strategies aimed at reducing such incidents. It is important to note that this code is unspecified, meaning that additional details about the nature of the accident and the injuries sustained may be necessary for comprehensive clinical documentation and coding accuracy.

Code Complexity Analysis

Complexity Rating: Medium

Medium Complexity

Complexity Factors

  • Unspecified nature of the code may lead to ambiguity in documentation.
  • Requires detailed documentation of the accident circumstances.
  • Potential overlap with other external cause codes for motorcycle accidents.
  • Need for precise coding to avoid misclassification of the accident type.

Audit Risk Factors

  • Inadequate documentation of the accident circumstances.
  • Failure to specify the type of motorcycle or vehicle involved.
  • Misclassification of the accident as traffic-related.
  • Inconsistent coding practices across different providers.

Specialty Focus

Medical Specialties

Emergency Medicine

Documentation Requirements

Emergency department notes must clearly outline the mechanism of injury, including details of the collision and any contributing factors.

Common Clinical Scenarios

Patients presenting with injuries from motorcycle collisions in nontraffic settings, such as parking lots or private property.

Billing Considerations

Ensure that the documentation specifies the location and circumstances of the accident to support the use of V29.29.

Trauma Surgery

Documentation Requirements

Trauma registries should include detailed descriptions of the injury mechanism and any surgical interventions performed.

Common Clinical Scenarios

Trauma cases involving motorcycle riders with complex injuries resulting from collisions with other vehicles.

Billing Considerations

Accurate coding is critical for trauma data analysis and for understanding injury patterns in motorcycle accidents.

Coding Guidelines

Inclusion Criteria

Use V29.29 When
  • According to ICD
  • CM coding guidelines, external cause codes should be used in conjunction with the primary diagnosis code
  • It is essential to document the specific circumstances of the injury, including the location and type of accident, to support the use of V29

Exclusion Criteria

Do NOT use V29.29 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 rider presents to the emergency department with significant injuries.

Documentation Requirements

Detailed notes on the mechanism of injury and treatment provided.

Specialty Considerations

Emergency medicine specialists should ensure that the visit 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 external causes of injuries, including motorcycle accidents. V29.29 provides a mechanism to capture nontraffic-related incidents, which were less clearly defined in ICD-9.

ICD-9 vs ICD-10

The transition to ICD-10 has allowed for more specific coding of external causes of injuries, including motorcycle accidents. V29.29 provides a mechanism to capture nontraffic-related incidents, which were less clearly defined in ICD-9.

Reimbursement & Billing Impact

The transition to ICD-10 has allowed for more specific coding of external causes of injuries, including motorcycle accidents. V29.29 provides a mechanism to capture nontraffic-related incidents, which were less clearly 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

When should V29.29 be used?

V29.29 should be used when documenting injuries sustained by motorcycle riders in collisions with other vehicles that occur outside of public traffic scenarios, ensuring that the circumstances of the accident are clearly documented.