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ICD-10 CodesV23.0

V23.0

Billable

Motorcycle driver injured in collision with car, pick-up truck or van in nontraffic accident

BILLABLE STATUSYes
IMPLEMENTATION DATEOctober 1, 2015
LAST UPDATED09/11/2025

Code Description

ICD-10 V23.0 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of motorcycle driver injured in collision with car, pick-up truck or van in nontraffic accident.

Key Diagnostic Point:

The code V23.0 is used to classify injuries sustained by motorcycle drivers involved in collisions with cars, pick-up trucks, or vans that occur outside of traffic scenarios. This may include incidents occurring in parking lots, private property, or other non-public roadways. Such accidents can lead to a variety of injuries, ranging from minor abrasions to severe trauma, including fractures, head injuries, and internal injuries. Accurate coding of these incidents is crucial for understanding the epidemiology of motorcycle-related injuries, guiding public health interventions, and ensuring appropriate resource allocation for trauma care. Documentation should include details about the circumstances of the accident, the type of vehicles involved, and the nature of the injuries sustained to support the use of this code.

Code Complexity Analysis

Complexity Rating: Medium

Medium Complexity

Complexity Factors

  • Determining the specific circumstances of the accident (nontraffic vs. traffic)
  • Differentiating between types of vehicles involved
  • Accurate documentation of injury details
  • Understanding the context of the accident (e.g., private property)

Audit Risk Factors

  • Inadequate documentation of the accident's nontraffic nature
  • Misclassification of the type of vehicle involved
  • Failure to specify the location of the accident
  • Inconsistent coding practices among different coders

Specialty Focus

Medical Specialties

Emergency Medicine

Documentation Requirements

Emergency department notes should clearly describe the mechanism of injury, the type of vehicles involved, and the patient's condition upon arrival.

Common Clinical Scenarios

Patients presenting with injuries from motorcycle collisions in parking lots or driveways.

Billing Considerations

Ensure that the documentation specifies that the accident occurred in a nontraffic setting to support the use of V23.0.

Trauma Surgery

Documentation Requirements

Trauma notes must detail the nature of the injuries, the mechanism of injury, and any surgical interventions performed.

Common Clinical Scenarios

Trauma cases involving severe injuries from motorcycle collisions with other vehicles.

Billing Considerations

Accurate coding is essential for trauma registry data and for tracking injury patterns.

Coding Guidelines

Inclusion Criteria

Use V23.0 When
  • Follow the ICD
  • CM coding guidelines for external causes of morbidity, ensuring that the code accurately reflects the circumstances of the injury
  • Documentation must support the use of V23
  • 0, including details about the accident's location and the vehicles involved

Exclusion Criteria

Do NOT use V23.0 When
No specific exclusions found.

Related ICD-10 Codes

Related CPT Codes

99284CPT Code

Emergency department visit, high severity

Clinical Scenario

Used for patients presenting with significant injuries from motorcycle accidents.

Documentation Requirements

Document the patient's condition, treatment provided, and any referrals made.

Specialty Considerations

Emergency medicine specialists should ensure that the visit reflects the complexity of the case.

ICD-10 Impact

Diagnostic & Documentation Impact

Enhanced Specificity

ICD-10 Improvements

The transition to ICD-10 has allowed for more specific coding of external causes, improving data accuracy for public health tracking and resource allocation. V23.0 provides a clear classification for nontraffic motorcycle accidents, enhancing the understanding of injury patterns.

ICD-9 vs ICD-10

The transition to ICD-10 has allowed for more specific coding of external causes, improving data accuracy for public health tracking and resource allocation. V23.0 provides a clear classification for nontraffic motorcycle accidents, enhancing the understanding of injury patterns.

Reimbursement & Billing Impact

The transition to ICD-10 has allowed for more specific coding of external causes, improving data accuracy for public health tracking and resource allocation. V23.0 provides a clear classification for nontraffic motorcycle accidents, enhancing the understanding of injury patterns.

Resources

Clinical References

  • •
    ICD-10-CM Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting

Coding & Billing References

  • •
    ICD-10-CM Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting

Frequently Asked Questions

What documentation is required to use V23.0?

Documentation must include details about the accident's circumstances, the type of vehicles involved, and the nature of the injuries sustained. This ensures that the code accurately reflects a nontraffic accident.