Person boarding or alighting a motorcycle injured in collision with fixed or stationary object
ICD-10 V27.3 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of person boarding or alighting a motorcycle injured in collision with fixed or stationary object.
The ICD-10 code V27.3 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 fixed or stationary object. This scenario typically occurs in urban environments where motorcycles are frequently used for transportation. Common injuries may include fractures, contusions, and lacerations, often resulting from the impact with objects such as lampposts, guardrails, or parked vehicles. Accurate coding of this incident is crucial for understanding the epidemiology of motorcycle-related injuries and for implementing public health strategies aimed at reducing such accidents. Documentation should include details about the circumstances of the incident, the type of object involved, and the nature of the injuries sustained to ensure proper coding and analysis.
Emergency department notes should include a detailed account of the incident, including the mechanism of injury and the type of object involved.
Patients presenting with fractures or soft tissue injuries after a motorcycle accident involving a stationary object.
Ensure that all relevant external cause codes are captured to provide a complete picture of the incident.
Trauma documentation must include specifics about the injury mechanism, patient demographics, and any pre-existing conditions.
Trauma cases involving significant injuries from motorcycle collisions with fixed objects requiring surgical intervention.
Consider the need for additional codes to capture the full extent of injuries and any complications.
Used when a patient presents to the emergency department with injuries from a motorcycle collision.
Documentation must support the level of service, including history, examination, and medical decision-making.
Emergency medicine specialists should ensure that the external cause code is linked to the primary diagnosis.
Documentation should include the circumstances of the injury, the type of fixed or stationary object involved, and the nature of the injuries sustained. This ensures accurate coding and supports clinical decision-making.
