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ICD-10 CodesV29.291

V29.291

Billable

Unspecified electric (assisted) bicycle 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 V29.291 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of unspecified electric (assisted) bicycle rider injured in collision with other motor vehicles in nontraffic accident.

Key Diagnostic Point:

The V29.291 code is used to classify injuries sustained by riders of electric (assisted) bicycles when involved in collisions with other motor vehicles outside of traditional traffic scenarios. This may include incidents occurring in private property settings, such as parking lots or driveways, where the typical traffic rules do not apply. The code captures the external cause of morbidity and mortality related to such accidents, which can range from minor injuries to severe trauma. Accurate coding is essential for tracking injury patterns, understanding public health implications, and ensuring appropriate resource allocation for injury prevention programs. Documentation should specify the nature of the collision, the circumstances surrounding the incident, and any contributing factors such as environmental conditions or rider behavior.

Code Complexity Analysis

Complexity Rating: Medium

Medium Complexity

Complexity Factors

  • Ambiguity in defining 'nontraffic' accidents
  • Variability in documentation practices across facilities
  • Potential overlap with other external cause codes
  • Need for precise details about the incident

Audit Risk Factors

  • Insufficient documentation of the accident's circumstances
  • Misclassification of traffic vs. nontraffic incidents
  • Failure to specify the type of electric bicycle involved
  • Inadequate detail on the nature of injuries sustained

Specialty Focus

Medical Specialties

Emergency Medicine

Documentation Requirements

Emergency departments must document the mechanism of injury, location of the incident, and any relevant patient history.

Common Clinical Scenarios

Patients presenting with injuries from collisions in parking lots or private properties.

Billing Considerations

Consideration of the patient's riding experience and helmet use may influence injury severity.

Trauma Surgery

Documentation Requirements

Detailed trauma assessments and descriptions of injuries must be recorded, including any surgical interventions.

Common Clinical Scenarios

Trauma cases involving fractures or head injuries from collisions.

Billing Considerations

Documentation should include the mechanism of injury and any pre-existing conditions that may affect recovery.

Coding Guidelines

Inclusion Criteria

Use V29.291 When
  • Coders should refer to the official ICD
  • CM guidelines for external cause codes, ensuring that the code is used in conjunction with appropriate injury codes
  • The circumstances of the accident must be clearly documented to support the use of V29

Exclusion Criteria

Do NOT use V29.291 When
No specific exclusions found.

Related ICD-10 Codes

Related CPT Codes

99283CPT Code

Emergency department visit, level 3

Clinical Scenario

Used when a patient presents with injuries from a nontraffic electric bicycle accident.

Documentation Requirements

Documentation must support the level of service provided, including history, examination, and medical decision-making.

Specialty Considerations

Emergency medicine specialists should ensure that the mechanism of injury is clearly documented.

ICD-10 Impact

Diagnostic & Documentation Impact

Enhanced Specificity

ICD-10 Improvements

The transition to ICD-10 has allowed for more specific coding of injuries related to electric bicycles, improving data collection and analysis for public health initiatives.

ICD-9 vs ICD-10

The transition to ICD-10 has allowed for more specific coding of injuries related to electric bicycles, improving data collection and analysis for public health initiatives.

Reimbursement & Billing Impact

The transition to ICD-10 has allowed for more specific coding of injuries related to electric bicycles, improving data collection and analysis for public health initiatives.

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 I use V29.291?

Use V29.291 when documenting injuries sustained by electric bicycle riders in nontraffic accidents, ensuring that the circumstances of the accident are clearly outlined in the medical record.