Electric (assisted) bicycle passenger injured in collision with heavy transport vehicle or bus in nontraffic accident
ICD-10 V24.11 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of electric (assisted) bicycle passenger injured in collision with heavy transport vehicle or bus in nontraffic accident.
This code is used to classify injuries sustained by a passenger on an electric (assisted) bicycle when involved in a collision with a heavy transport vehicle or bus, specifically in a nontraffic accident scenario. Nontraffic accidents may occur in various settings, such as private property or during events where vehicles are not in motion on public roads. The injuries can range from minor to severe, depending on the circumstances of the collision, including the speed of the heavy vehicle and the protective measures taken by the passenger. Accurate coding is essential for understanding the epidemiology of such incidents and for implementing public health strategies aimed at reducing injuries associated with electric bicycles.
Emergency department notes should clearly document the mechanism of injury, the type of vehicle involved, and the patient's role (passenger).
Patients presenting with fractures, lacerations, or contusions after being struck by a heavy vehicle while riding as a passenger on an electric bicycle.
Ensure that the documentation reflects the nontraffic nature of the accident to avoid misclassification.
Trauma assessments must include detailed descriptions of the injuries sustained and the circumstances surrounding the incident.
Trauma cases involving significant injuries such as head trauma or internal injuries from collisions.
Accurate coding is critical for trauma registries and for tracking injury patterns related to electric bicycles.
Used when a patient presents to the emergency department with injuries from a nontraffic collision.
Document the nature of the injuries and the circumstances of the accident.
Emergency medicine providers should ensure that the external cause code is linked to the visit.
Traffic accidents involve vehicles in motion on public roadways, while nontraffic accidents occur in private settings or during stationary situations. This code specifically applies to nontraffic incidents.
