Pedestrian on other standing micro-mobility pedestrian conveyance injured in collision with heavy transport vehicle or bus in traffic accident
ICD-10 V04.138 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of pedestrian on other standing micro-mobility pedestrian conveyance injured in collision with heavy transport vehicle or bus in traffic accident.
This code is used to classify injuries sustained by pedestrians using standing micro-mobility conveyances, such as e-scooters or standing electric bikes, when involved in a collision with heavy transport vehicles or buses. The increasing popularity of micro-mobility options has led to a rise in related accidents, necessitating accurate coding for public health tracking and resource allocation. Injuries can range from minor abrasions to severe trauma, including fractures and head injuries. Proper documentation of the circumstances surrounding the incident, including the type of conveyance and the nature of the collision, is crucial for accurate coding and analysis of trends in pedestrian safety.
Detailed accounts of the accident, including time, location, and mechanism of injury.
Patients presenting with trauma after being struck by a bus while using an e-scooter.
Consideration of potential head injuries and the need for imaging studies.
Comprehensive trauma assessments and surgical notes detailing injuries sustained.
Severe injuries requiring surgical intervention following a collision.
Documentation of all injuries and their mechanisms to support coding.
Used when a patient presents with significant injuries from a collision.
Document the nature of the injuries and the mechanism of the accident.
Emergency medicine specialists should ensure thorough documentation to support the visit level.
V04.138 covers injuries sustained by pedestrians using standing micro-mobility conveyances, such as e-scooters or standing electric bikes, when involved in a collision with heavy transport vehicles or buses.
