Person boarding or alighting other motorcycle injured in collision with two- or three-wheeled motor vehicle
ICD-10 V22.39 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of person boarding or alighting other motorcycle injured in collision with two- or three-wheeled motor vehicle.
The V22.39 code is utilized to classify injuries sustained by individuals who are boarding or alighting from a motorcycle and are subsequently involved in a collision with another two- or three-wheeled motor vehicle. This code is particularly relevant in the context of traffic accidents, where the dynamics of motorcycle operation and the inherent risks associated with boarding or disembarking can lead to significant injuries. Clinical scenarios may include a rider who is struck while attempting to mount or dismount their motorcycle, resulting in trauma that could range from minor abrasions to severe fractures or head injuries. Accurate coding of such incidents is crucial for understanding the epidemiology of motorcycle-related injuries and for implementing effective public health interventions aimed at reducing these occurrences. Documentation should clearly indicate the circumstances of the injury, including the actions of the injured party and the nature of the collision, to support the use of this specific external cause code.
Emergency departments must document the mechanism of injury, including the actions of the patient at the time of the incident.
Patients presenting with trauma after being struck while boarding or alighting from a motorcycle.
Consideration of other injuries sustained in the collision and their relationship to the external cause.
Detailed trauma assessments and descriptions of the mechanism of injury are essential for accurate coding.
Trauma cases involving multiple injuries from motorcycle collisions.
Injury severity scores may be relevant for coding and billing purposes.
Used for patients presenting with moderate severity injuries from motorcycle collisions.
Documentation must support the level of service, including history, examination, and medical decision-making.
Emergency medicine specialists should ensure that the mechanism of injury is clearly documented.
Documentation should include the specific circumstances of the injury, including the actions of the injured person (boarding or alighting) and details of the collision with the two- or three-wheeled motor vehicle.
