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ICD-10 CodesV26.09

V26.09

Billable

Other motorcycle driver injured in collision with other nonmotor vehicle in nontraffic accident

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

Code Description

ICD-10 V26.09 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of other motorcycle driver injured in collision with other nonmotor vehicle in nontraffic accident.

Key Diagnostic Point:

The ICD-10 code V26.09 is used to classify injuries sustained by motorcycle drivers involved in collisions with nonmotor vehicles during nontraffic accidents. These incidents can occur in various settings, such as private property, parking lots, or other areas not designated as public roadways. Common scenarios include collisions with pedestrians, bicycles, or stationary objects. The injuries sustained can range from minor abrasions to severe trauma, necessitating careful documentation of the circumstances surrounding the incident. Accurate coding is essential for proper treatment, insurance reimbursement, and public health data collection, as it helps identify trends in motorcycle-related injuries and informs preventive measures.

Code Complexity Analysis

Complexity Rating: Medium

Medium Complexity

Complexity Factors

  • Determining the exact nature of the collision (e.g., with a pedestrian vs. a stationary object)
  • Differentiating between traffic and nontraffic accidents
  • Documenting the location and circumstances of the accident accurately
  • Understanding the nuances of motorcycle-related injuries compared to other vehicle types

Audit Risk Factors

  • Inadequate documentation of the accident's circumstances
  • Misclassification of traffic vs. nontraffic accidents
  • Failure to specify the type of nonmotor vehicle involved
  • Linkage errors between the external cause code and primary injury codes

Specialty Focus

Medical Specialties

Emergency Medicine

Documentation Requirements

Emergency department notes should include details of the accident, mechanism of injury, and initial assessment findings.

Common Clinical Scenarios

Patients presenting with injuries from motorcycle collisions with pedestrians or stationary objects.

Billing Considerations

Ensure that the mechanism of injury is clearly documented to support the use of V26.09.

Trauma Surgery

Documentation Requirements

Trauma registries require comprehensive documentation of the injury mechanism, patient demographics, and treatment provided.

Common Clinical Scenarios

Trauma cases involving motorcycle drivers with complex injuries from collisions with nonmotor vehicles.

Billing Considerations

Accurate coding is critical for trauma outcomes analysis and resource allocation.

Coding Guidelines

Inclusion Criteria

Use V26.09 When
  • Follow the ICD
  • CM coding guidelines for external causes of morbidity, ensuring that the external cause code is reported in conjunction with the appropriate injury diagnosis codes
  • Document the specific circumstances of the accident, including the type of nonmotor vehicle involved

Exclusion Criteria

Do NOT use V26.09 When
No specific exclusions found.

Related ICD-10 Codes

Related CPT Codes

99283CPT Code

Emergency department visit, moderate severity

Clinical Scenario

Used for emergency visits related to motorcycle injuries.

Documentation Requirements

Document the reason for the visit, including details of the accident.

Specialty Considerations

Emergency medicine providers should ensure accurate coding of the visit based on the injury severity.

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 motorcycle-related injuries and enhancing public health surveillance efforts.

ICD-9 vs ICD-10

The transition to ICD-10 has allowed for more specific coding of external causes, improving data accuracy for motorcycle-related injuries and enhancing public health surveillance efforts.

Reimbursement & Billing Impact

The transition to ICD-10 has allowed for more specific coding of external causes, improving data accuracy for motorcycle-related injuries and enhancing public health surveillance efforts.

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

When should I use V26.09?

Use V26.09 when coding for injuries sustained by motorcycle drivers in collisions with nonmotor vehicles during nontraffic accidents, ensuring that the circumstances of the accident are well-documented.