Person boarding or alighting other motorcycle injured in collision with car, pick-up truck or van
ICD-10 V23.39 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of person boarding or alighting other motorcycle injured in collision with car, pick-up truck or van.
The ICD-10 code V23.39 is used to classify injuries sustained by individuals who are boarding or alighting from a motorcycle and are subsequently involved in a collision with a car, pick-up truck, or van. This code is particularly relevant in scenarios where the individual is not the operator of the motorcycle but rather a passenger or someone who is in the process of getting on or off the motorcycle. The injuries can range from minor abrasions to severe trauma, including fractures, head injuries, and internal injuries, depending on the nature of the collision and the speed of the vehicles involved. Accurate coding of this scenario is crucial for understanding the epidemiology of motorcycle-related injuries and for implementing public health interventions aimed at reducing such incidents. Documentation should clearly indicate the circumstances of the injury, including the role of the individual (passenger or boarding/alighting) and the type of vehicle involved in the collision.
Emergency department notes should include a detailed account of the incident, including the mechanism of injury, the type of motorcycle, and the vehicle involved in the collision.
Patients presenting with trauma after being struck while boarding or alighting from a motorcycle.
Ensure that the documentation specifies whether the patient was a passenger or boarding/alighting to avoid misclassification.
Trauma assessments must detail the injuries sustained, the mechanism of injury, and any surgical interventions performed.
Trauma cases involving significant injuries from motorcycle collisions with larger vehicles.
Consider the potential for multiple injuries and the need for comprehensive coding to reflect the full extent of trauma.
Used when a patient presents to the emergency department with injuries from a motorcycle collision.
Documentation must include the patient's history, examination findings, and any treatments provided.
Emergency medicine specialists should ensure that the mechanism of injury is clearly documented.
Documentation should include details about the incident, such as whether the individual was a passenger or boarding/alighting, the type of motorcycle, and the vehicle involved in the collision. Clear descriptions of the injuries sustained and the circumstances of the accident are also essential.
