Pedestrian on other standing micro-mobility pedestrian conveyance injured in collision with heavy transport vehicle or bus, unspecified whether traffic or nontraffic accident
ICD-10 V04.938 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, unspecified whether traffic or nontraffic accident.
This code is used to classify injuries sustained by pedestrians using standing micro-mobility devices, such as e-scooters or standing bicycles, when involved in a collision with heavy transport vehicles or buses. The code does not specify whether the incident occurred in a traffic or nontraffic context, which can complicate the coding process. Accurate documentation is crucial to determine the circumstances of the accident, including the environment (urban vs. rural), time of day, and whether the pedestrian was following traffic laws. This code is particularly relevant in urban settings where micro-mobility devices are increasingly popular, and the risk of collisions with larger vehicles is heightened. Understanding the context of the injury is essential for public health professionals to analyze trends in micro-mobility-related injuries and develop preventive measures.
Emergency department notes should include details about the mechanism of injury, the type of micro-mobility device, and the circumstances surrounding the collision.
Patients presenting with fractures, contusions, or lacerations after being struck by a bus while using an e-scooter.
Emergency providers should ensure that all relevant details are captured to support accurate coding and facilitate public health reporting.
Trauma documentation must detail the injury patterns, mechanism of injury, and any pre-existing conditions that may affect treatment.
Trauma cases involving severe injuries from collisions with heavy vehicles, requiring surgical intervention.
Trauma surgeons should be aware of the specific external cause codes to ensure comprehensive injury documentation.
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 providers should ensure that the external cause code is linked to the appropriate visit level.
Documentation should include the type of micro-mobility device, the circumstances of the collision, whether it was a traffic or nontraffic incident, and any relevant environmental factors.
