Pedal cycle passenger injured in collision with car, pick-up truck or van in nontraffic accident
ICD-10 V13.1 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of pedal cycle passenger injured in collision with car, pick-up truck or van in nontraffic accident.
The ICD-10 code V13.1 is used to classify injuries sustained by a pedal cycle passenger involved in a collision with a motor vehicle, specifically a car, pick-up truck, or van, occurring in a nontraffic accident. Nontraffic accidents refer to incidents that do not occur on public roadways, such as private property or parking lots. This code is crucial for capturing the external cause of morbidity and mortality related to cycling injuries, which can include fractures, contusions, and lacerations. Accurate coding is essential for public health data collection, injury prevention strategies, and resource allocation for trauma care. It is important for healthcare providers to document the circumstances surrounding the incident, including the location and nature of the collision, to ensure the correct application of this code.
Emergency department notes should clearly describe the mechanism of injury, including the type of vehicle involved and the location of the accident.
Patients presenting with injuries from a collision while riding as a passenger on a bicycle, often requiring immediate assessment and intervention.
Ensure that the patient's role as a passenger is clearly documented to avoid confusion with cyclist injuries.
Trauma documentation must include detailed descriptions of injuries sustained, the mechanism of injury, and any surgical interventions performed.
Trauma cases involving significant injuries from collisions, requiring surgical evaluation and management.
Accurate coding is essential for trauma registries and quality improvement initiatives.
Used when a patient presents to the emergency department with injuries from a nontraffic accident.
Documentation must support the level of service, including history, examination, and medical decision-making.
Emergency medicine providers should ensure that the external cause code is linked to the visit.
V13.0 is used for pedal cycle passengers injured in traffic accidents, while V13.1 is specifically for nontraffic accidents. Accurate documentation of the accident's context is essential for proper coding.
