Pedal cycle rider injured in other and unspecified transport accidents
Chapter 20:External causes of morbidity
ICD-10 V19 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of pedal cycle rider injured in other and unspecified transport accidents.
The ICD-10 code V19 is used to classify injuries sustained by pedal cycle riders involved in transport accidents that do not fall into more specific categories. This code is particularly relevant in cases where the circumstances of the accident are unclear or not explicitly documented. Common scenarios include collisions with motor vehicles, falls from the bicycle, or accidents occurring on shared pathways. Accurate coding is essential for understanding the epidemiology of cycling injuries, which can inform public health initiatives aimed at improving cyclist safety. Documentation should include details about the accident, the environment, and the nature of the injuries sustained, as these factors can influence treatment and outcomes. This code is crucial for tracking morbidity and mortality related to cycling accidents, which are significant public health concerns in many regions.
Emergency departments must document the mechanism of injury, location of the accident, and any contributing factors such as weather conditions.
Cyclist involved in a collision with a vehicle, cyclist falling due to road conditions, or accidents occurring in bike lanes.
Ensure that all relevant details are captured to support the use of V19, especially when the accident circumstances are unclear.
Trauma documentation should include injury severity scores, specific injuries sustained, and the mechanism of injury.
Trauma cases involving cyclists with multiple injuries from a transport accident.
Accurate coding is critical for trauma registries and research; ensure that V19 is used appropriately when no other specific code applies.
Used when a cyclist presents to the ED with injuries from an unspecified transport accident.
Document the nature of the injuries and the mechanism of the accident.
Emergency medicine providers should ensure thorough documentation to support coding.
Use code V19 when a pedal cycle rider is injured in a transport accident that does not fit into more specific categories, and when the details of the accident are not clearly documented.
