Person boarding or alighting a pedal cycle injured in collision with pedestrian or animal
ICD-10 V10.3 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of person boarding or alighting a pedal cycle injured in collision with pedestrian or animal.
The ICD-10 code V10.3 is used to classify injuries sustained by individuals who are boarding or alighting from a pedal cycle and are subsequently involved in a collision with a pedestrian or an animal. This code is particularly relevant in urban settings where cycling is common, and it captures incidents that may not only involve the cyclist but also impact pedestrians and animals. The injuries can range from minor abrasions to severe trauma, depending on the speed of the cyclist and the nature of the collision. Accurate coding of such incidents is crucial for public health data collection, injury prevention strategies, and resource allocation for emergency services. It is essential for healthcare providers to document the circumstances surrounding the injury, including the environment, time of day, and any contributing factors, to ensure comprehensive data capture and analysis.
Emergency department notes should clearly document the mechanism of injury, including details about the collision and any immediate treatment provided.
Patients presenting with lacerations, fractures, or contusions after a cycling accident involving a pedestrian or animal.
Consideration of potential head injuries or other trauma that may not be immediately apparent.
Trauma assessments must include detailed descriptions of the injury patterns and any surgical interventions performed.
Severe injuries requiring surgical intervention, such as fractures or internal injuries resulting from high-impact collisions.
Documentation should reflect the mechanism of injury to support the need for surgical procedures.
Used when a patient presents to the emergency department with injuries from a cycling accident.
Documentation must support the level of service provided, including history, examination, and medical decision-making.
Emergency medicine providers should ensure that the mechanism of injury is clearly documented.
Use V10.3 when documenting injuries sustained by a person who is boarding or alighting from a pedal cycle and is involved in a collision with a pedestrian or animal. Ensure that the circumstances of the injury are well-documented.
