Person boarding or alighting other motorcycle injured in collision with pedal cycle
ICD-10 V21.39 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of person boarding or alighting other motorcycle injured in collision with pedal cycle.
This code is used to classify injuries sustained by individuals who are boarding or alighting from a motorcycle and are involved in a collision with a pedal cycle (bicycle). Such incidents can occur in various environments, including urban areas where motorcycle and bicycle traffic is common. The injuries can range from minor abrasions to severe trauma, depending on the speed of the vehicles involved and the circumstances of the collision. Accurate coding of this incident is crucial for understanding the epidemiology of motorcycle-related injuries and for implementing public health interventions aimed at reducing such accidents. Documentation should include details about the circumstances of the incident, the type of motorcycle and bicycle involved, and the nature of the injuries sustained.
Emergency department notes should clearly document the mechanism of injury, including details about the motorcycle and pedal cycle, and the patient's condition upon arrival.
Patients presenting with fractures, lacerations, or contusions after a motorcycle-bicycle collision.
Consideration of the patient's history, including helmet use and protective gear, which may influence injury severity.
Trauma assessments must include detailed descriptions of the injuries sustained and the mechanism of injury to support coding.
Trauma cases involving significant injuries such as head trauma or orthopedic injuries from motorcycle collisions.
Documentation should reflect the severity of injuries and any surgical interventions performed.
Used for patients presenting with significant injuries from motorcycle-bicycle collisions.
Detailed documentation of the patient's condition and treatment provided.
Emergency medicine specialists should ensure thorough documentation to support the level of service billed.
Documentation should include details about the incident, such as whether the individual was boarding or alighting from the motorcycle, the type of collision, and the nature of injuries sustained.
