Electric (assisted) bicycle passenger injured in collision with two- or three-wheeled motor vehicle in traffic accident
ICD-10 V22.51 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of electric (assisted) bicycle passenger injured in collision with two- or three-wheeled motor vehicle in traffic accident.
The ICD-10 code V22.51 is used to classify injuries sustained by passengers on electric (assisted) bicycles involved in collisions with two- or three-wheeled motor vehicles during traffic accidents. This code is essential for capturing the external cause of morbidity and mortality related to traffic incidents, particularly as the popularity of electric bicycles increases. The code applies specifically to passengers, distinguishing them from operators of the electric bicycles. Accurate coding requires detailed documentation of the circumstances surrounding the accident, including the type of vehicles involved, the location of the incident, and the nature of the injuries sustained. This code is vital for public health data collection, enabling analysis of trends in traffic-related injuries and informing safety regulations and interventions aimed at reducing such incidents.
Emergency departments must document the mechanism of injury, including details of the collision and any contributing factors such as weather or road conditions.
Patients presenting with injuries from traffic accidents involving electric bicycles, including fractures, lacerations, and head injuries.
Consideration of helmet use and other safety measures taken by the passenger.
Trauma surgeons need comprehensive documentation of the injury patterns, surgical interventions, and the mechanism of injury.
Trauma cases involving significant injuries from collisions, requiring surgical intervention or intensive care.
Assessment of injury severity and potential long-term outcomes.
Used for patients presenting with significant injuries from traffic accidents.
Detailed documentation of the patient's condition and treatment provided.
Emergency medicine specialists should ensure accurate coding based on the complexity of the case.
Document the specifics of the accident, including the type of vehicles involved, the role of the patient as a passenger, and the nature of the injuries sustained.
