V21: Motorcycle rider injured in collision with pedal cycle
V21.2: Motorcycle rider injured in collision with pedal cycle : unspecified motorcycle rider injured in nontraffic accident
The condition under the ICD-10 code V21.2 describes a situation where a motorcycle rider has been injured in a collision with a pedal cycle. This is a specific type of vehicular accident injury that occurs in a nontraffic situation, meaning that it does not involve other motorized vehicles or take place on public roads. The injuries could range in severity depending on the specifics of the collision, the speed at which both parties were travelling and the level of protective gear the motorcycle rider had on. These injuries may present as anything from minor scrapes and bruises to potentially more serious problems such as fractures, internal injuries, or head injuries. Immediate medical attention is often required to correctly identify and manage the extent of injuries.
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