Fall from motorized mobility scooter, initial encounter

This code signifies an injury sustained by a patient who has fallen from a motorized mobility scooter. It specifically indicates that this is the first time the patient is being treated for this particular fall event.

Apply this code when documenting the initial encounter for a patient presenting with injuries (e.g., fractures, sprains, contusions) directly resulting from a fall off a motorized mobility scooter. This includes emergency department visits, initial physician office visits, or hospital admissions for the immediate consequences of the fall.

• Always use an additional code to describe the specific injury sustained (e.g., fracture, laceration).
• Ensure the "A" seventh character is used only for the initial treatment of the injury.
• Distinguish from falls from non-motorized wheelchairs or other personal conveyance devices.