Person boarding or alighting a motorcycle injured in collision with other nonmotor vehicle
ICD-10 V26.3 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of person boarding or alighting a motorcycle injured in collision with other nonmotor vehicle.
The ICD-10 code V26.3 is used to classify injuries sustained by individuals who are boarding or alighting from a motorcycle and are involved in a collision with a nonmotor vehicle, such as a pedestrian, bicycle, or animal. This code is essential for capturing the external cause of morbidity and mortality related to motorcycle accidents, particularly in scenarios where the individual is not yet fully engaged in riding the motorcycle. Accurate coding of this scenario is crucial for public health data, as it helps in understanding the patterns of motorcycle-related injuries and the effectiveness of safety interventions. Documentation should include details about the circumstances of the incident, the type of nonmotor vehicle involved, and the nature of the injuries sustained. This code is particularly relevant in emergency and trauma settings, where timely and precise coding can influence treatment decisions and resource allocation.
Emergency department records must clearly document the mechanism of injury, including the type of nonmotor vehicle involved and the patient's actions at the time of the incident.
Patients presenting with injuries after being struck by a pedestrian while boarding a motorcycle.
Emergency physicians should ensure that the documentation reflects the timing of the injury relative to boarding or alighting.
Trauma notes should include detailed descriptions of the injuries, the mechanism of injury, and any relevant pre-existing conditions.
Trauma cases involving significant injuries from collisions with bicycles or pedestrians.
Trauma surgeons must accurately capture the context of the injury to support appropriate coding and billing.
Used when a patient presents to the ED with injuries from a motorcycle incident.
Documentation must support the level of service, including history, examination, and medical decision-making.
Emergency medicine specialists should ensure that the visit is coded accurately based on the complexity of the case.
You should document the specific circumstances of the injury, including the type of nonmotor vehicle involved, whether the patient was boarding or alighting, and any relevant details about the incident.
