Occupant of pick-up truck or van injured in collision with pedal cycle
Chapter 20:External causes of morbidity
ICD-10 V51 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of occupant of pick-up truck or van injured in collision with pedal cycle.
The ICD-10 code V51 is used to classify injuries sustained by occupants of pick-up trucks or vans involved in collisions with pedal cyclists. This code is essential for capturing the external cause of morbidity and mortality related to traffic accidents, specifically those involving motor vehicles and bicycles. In clinical practice, this code is often applied in emergency departments and trauma centers where patients present with injuries resulting from such collisions. Common injuries may include fractures, contusions, and lacerations, which can vary in severity based on the speed of the vehicles involved and the protective measures taken by the cyclist. Accurate coding of this incident is crucial for public health data collection, insurance reimbursement, and understanding the epidemiology of traffic-related injuries. Proper documentation should include details about the circumstances of the accident, the type of vehicle involved, and the nature of the injuries sustained.
Documentation must include the mechanism of injury, vehicle type, and specific injuries sustained.
Patients presenting with fractures, head injuries, or soft tissue injuries after a collision with a bicycle.
Consideration of the cyclist's injuries may also be necessary for comprehensive coding.
Detailed trauma assessments and surgical notes should reflect the nature of injuries and the circumstances of the collision.
Trauma cases involving multiple injuries from a collision, requiring surgical intervention.
Accurate coding is critical for trauma registries and quality metrics.
Used when a patient presents to the emergency department with injuries from a collision.
Documentation must support the level of service, including history, examination, and medical decision-making.
Emergency medicine specialists should ensure that all relevant details of the incident are captured.
Use code V51 when documenting injuries sustained by occupants of pick-up trucks or vans involved in collisions with pedal cyclists. Ensure that the medical record provides clear details about the incident.
