Pedestrian on standing electric scooter injured in collision with pedal cycle in traffic accident
ICD-10 V01.131 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of pedestrian on standing electric scooter injured in collision with pedal cycle in traffic accident.
The ICD-10 code V01.131 is used to classify injuries sustained by pedestrians riding standing electric scooters who are involved in a collision with a pedal cycle in a traffic accident. This code is essential for capturing the external cause of morbidity and mortality related to traffic incidents involving emerging modes of transportation, such as electric scooters. As urban areas increasingly adopt electric scooters for short-distance travel, the incidence of accidents involving these vehicles has risen. Accurate coding of such incidents is crucial for public health data collection, injury prevention strategies, and resource allocation. Documentation should include details about the circumstances of the accident, the type of vehicles involved, and the nature of the injuries sustained. This code is particularly relevant in emergency medicine and trauma settings, where timely and precise coding can influence treatment protocols and outcomes.
Emergency departments must document the mechanism of injury, including the type of scooter and bicycle, the location of the accident, and any contributing factors such as weather conditions.
Patients presenting with fractures, lacerations, or concussions following a collision while riding an electric scooter.
Consideration of local laws regarding electric scooters and their operation in traffic.
Trauma documentation should include detailed descriptions of the injuries sustained, the mechanism of injury, and any surgical interventions performed.
Trauma cases involving severe injuries from high-speed collisions between electric scooters and bicycles.
Assessment of injury patterns specific to scooter accidents, which may differ from traditional bicycle accidents.
Used when a patient presents with injuries from a scooter accident.
Documentation must support the level of service provided, including history, examination, and medical decision-making.
Emergency medicine providers should ensure that the visit is coded accurately based on the complexity of the case.
Document the details of the accident, including the type of scooter and bicycle involved, the location, and any contributing factors such as traffic conditions or weather. Ensure that the injury sustained is clearly linked to the external cause.
