Electric (assisted) bicycle passenger injured in collision with fixed or stationary object in traffic accident
ICD-10 V27.51 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of electric (assisted) bicycle passenger injured in collision with fixed or stationary object in traffic accident.
The V27.51 code is used to classify injuries sustained by passengers on electric (assisted) bicycles when they collide with fixed or stationary objects during a traffic accident. This code is particularly relevant in urban settings where the use of electric bicycles is increasing. Passengers may experience a range of injuries, from minor abrasions to severe trauma, depending on the speed of the bicycle and the nature of the collision. Accurate coding is essential for tracking injury patterns, facilitating public health research, and ensuring appropriate reimbursement for medical services. Documentation should include details about the accident, the type of object involved, and the nature of the injuries sustained. This code is part of the external cause of morbidity and mortality classification, which helps in understanding the circumstances surrounding injuries and accidents.
Emergency departments must document the mechanism of injury, including the type of bicycle and the nature of the collision. Details about the patient's condition upon arrival and any immediate interventions should also be recorded.
Patients presenting with lacerations, fractures, or concussions after colliding with a stationary object while riding as a passenger on an electric bicycle.
Emergency physicians should ensure that all relevant details of the incident are captured to support accurate coding and billing.
Trauma surgeons need comprehensive documentation of the injury patterns, surgical interventions, and any complications arising from the accident.
Trauma cases involving significant injuries such as pelvic fractures or head trauma from collisions.
Surgeons should be aware of the coding implications of the injuries sustained and ensure that all relevant external cause codes are applied.
Used when a patient presents to the emergency department with injuries from an electric bicycle accident.
Documentation must include the patient's presenting complaints, examination findings, and treatment provided.
Emergency medicine specialists should ensure that all relevant details are captured for accurate coding.
You should document the type of bicycle involved, the nature of the collision, the fixed object that was struck, and the specific injuries sustained by the passenger.
