Pedal cycle driver injured in collision with railway train or railway vehicle in traffic accident
ICD-10 V15.4 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of pedal cycle driver injured in collision with railway train or railway vehicle in traffic accident.
The ICD-10 code V15.4 is used to classify injuries sustained by a pedal cycle driver involved in a collision with a railway train or railway vehicle during a traffic accident. This code is crucial for capturing the external causes of morbidity and mortality related to traffic incidents involving bicycles and trains. Such collisions can result in severe injuries, including fractures, traumatic brain injuries, and other life-threatening conditions. Accurate coding of these incidents is essential for public health data collection, resource allocation, and injury prevention strategies. The code is typically used in emergency departments, trauma centers, and outpatient settings where the patient presents with injuries resulting from such accidents. Proper documentation of the circumstances surrounding the incident, including the location, time, and nature of the collision, is vital for accurate coding and subsequent analysis of injury patterns and trends.
Detailed account of the accident, including time, location, and mechanism of injury.
Patients presenting with traumatic injuries after a bicycle-train collision.
Ensure that all injuries are documented and coded, including secondary injuries that may not be immediately apparent.
Comprehensive trauma assessment and documentation of all injuries sustained.
Trauma cases involving multiple injuries from a collision with a train.
Consider the need for additional codes to capture all injuries and their severity.
Used for patients presenting with severe injuries from a bicycle-train collision.
Document the severity of the injuries and the complexity of the visit.
Emergency medicine specialists should ensure that all relevant details are captured.
Use code V15.4 when documenting injuries sustained by a pedal cycle driver involved in a collision with a railway train or railway vehicle during a traffic accident. Ensure that the circumstances of the accident are well-documented.
