Fall from skateboard, initial encounter

This code signifies an injury resulting from an uncontrolled descent or impact while riding a skateboard. It specifically applies to the very first time a patient presents for treatment of this particular injury.

Apply this code when a patient seeks initial medical attention for an injury sustained during a fall from a skateboard. This includes emergency department visits, urgent care, or a primary care physician's office for the immediate assessment and management of the injury.

• Always assign a secondary code for the specific injury sustained (e.g., fracture, sprain, contusion).
• Ensure the "A" seventh character is used only for the initial encounter for treatment.
• Do not use this code for falls from other types of skateboards (e.g., longboard, electric skateboard) or for falls from skates.