Motorcycle Accident ICD-10-CM Codes

What motorcycle accident ICD-10 codes can I use?

There are numerous motorcycle accident ICD codes available to be used. For this mini-guide, we deliberately chose eight examples of valid motorcycle accident-related ICD-10 codes, which means they are specific enough to be used on patients. Here are the examples:

1. V20.49XA - Other motorcycle driver injured in collision with pedestrian or animal in traffic accident, initial encounter

This ICD-10 code is meant to be used on a patient confirmed to be a motorcycle driver that got injured in a collision with a pedestrian or animal during a traffic accident.

2. V20.99XA - Unspecified rider of other motorcycle injured in collision with pedestrian or animal in traffic accident, initial encounter

This ICD-10 code is meant to be used on a patient confirmed to be a motorcycle rider injured during a collision with a pedestrian or animal in a traffic accident.

3. V21.49XA - Other motorcycle driver injured in collision with pedal cycle in traffic accident, initial encounter

This is similar to Item 1, but this time, it’s meant for a person confirmed to be a motorcycle driver who got injured because of a collision with a pedal cycle in a traffic accident.

4. V21.59XA - Other motorcycle passenger injured in collision with pedal cycle in traffic accident, initial encounter

This is similar to Item 2, but this time, it’s meant for a person confirmed to be a motorcycle passenger injured because of a collision with a pedal cycle in a traffic accident.

5. V22.49XA - Other motorcycle driver injured in collision with two- or three-wheeled motor vehicle in traffic accident, initial encounter

This is similar to Item 1, but this time, it’s meant for a person confirmed to be a motorcycle driver who got injured because of a collision with a two- or three-wheeled motor vehicle in a traffic accident.

6. V22.59XA - Other motorcycle passenger injured in collision with two- or three-wheeled motor vehicle in traffic accident, initial encounter

This is similar to Item 2, but this time, it’s meant for a person confirmed to be a motorcycle passenger injured because of a collision with a two- or three-wheeled motor vehicle in a traffic accident.

7. V23.49XA - Other motorcycle driver injured in collision with car, pick-up truck or van in traffic accident, initial encounter

This is similar to Item 1, but this time, it’s meant for a person confirmed to be a motorcycle driver who got injured because of a collision with a car, pick-up truck, or van in a traffic accident.

8. V23.59XA - Other motorcycle passenger injured in collision with car, pick-up truck or van in traffic accident, initial encounter

This is similar to Item 2, but this time, it’s meant for a person confirmed to be a motorcycle passenger injured because of a collision with a car, pick-up truck, or van in a traffic accident.

Which of these motorcycle accident ICD codes are billable?

All of the motorcycle accident ICD-10 codes that we listed above are valid for use and are billable.

Clinical information:

Motorcycle accidents are unfortunate incidents that can occur regardless of traffic conditions. These occurrences are often caused by negligence, brake issues, blind turns, and more.

In such accidents, individuals riding motorcycles, pedestrians, and animals may sustain injuries. Humans and animals are particularly vulnerable, facing the greatest impact. Some may escape with minor abrasions, while others may experience life-altering consequences such as broken bones and concussions. In the worst cases, fatalities can occur.

The treatment required for injuries resulting from these accidents can vary. Some may require basic wound care, disinfection, and stitches. Others may need to undergo surgery followed by a period of rehabilitation. Brain scans and other neurological tests and treatments may be necessary for those with concussions.

Synonyms include:

• Other Motorcycle driver injured in collision with heavy transport vehicle or bus in nontraffic accident
• Other Motorcycle driver injured in collision with heavy transport vehicle or bus in traffic accident
• Other Motorcycle driver injured in collision with railway train or railway vehicle in nontraffic accident
• Other Motorcycle driver injured in collision with railway train or railway vehicle in traffic accident
• Other Motorcycle driver injured in collision with other nonmotor vehicle in nontraffic accident
• Other Motorcycle driver injured in collision with other nonmotor vehicle in traffic accident
• Other Motorcycle passenger injured in collision with fixed or stationary object in nontraffic accident
• Other Motorcycle driver injured in collision with fixed or stationary object in traffic accident