Electric (assisted) bicycle passenger injured in noncollision transport accident in traffic accident
ICD-10 V28.51 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of electric (assisted) bicycle passenger injured in noncollision transport accident in traffic accident.
The V28.51 code is used to classify injuries sustained by passengers on electric (assisted) bicycles during noncollision transport accidents that occur in traffic environments. This code is particularly relevant in scenarios where the passenger is injured while the bicycle is in motion but not involved in a direct collision with another vehicle or object. Such incidents may include falls, sudden stops, or mechanical failures that lead to injury. Accurate coding of this scenario is crucial for understanding the epidemiology of injuries related to electric bicycles, which are becoming increasingly popular. Proper documentation should include details about the nature of the accident, the mechanism of injury, and any contributing factors such as environmental conditions or equipment failure. This code helps in tracking trends in injuries associated with electric bicycles, informing public health initiatives, and guiding safety regulations.
Emergency departments must document the mechanism of injury, patient history, and any contributing factors such as speed or environmental conditions.
Patients presenting with injuries from falls off electric bicycles, sudden stops, or mechanical failures.
Emergency physicians should ensure that the distinction between passenger and operator injuries is clear in the documentation.
Trauma documentation should include detailed descriptions of injuries, the mechanism of injury, and any surgical interventions performed.
Trauma cases involving fractures or soft tissue injuries from noncollision incidents on electric bicycles.
Trauma surgeons should be aware of the specific nature of the accident to ensure accurate coding and reporting.
Used when a patient presents to the emergency department with injuries from an electric bicycle accident.
Documentation must include the nature of the injuries and the circumstances of the accident.
Emergency medicine specialists should ensure that the external cause code is linked to the visit.
Documentation should include details about the accident, the mechanism of injury, the role of the patient (passenger), and any environmental factors that contributed to the incident.
