Ped on sktbrd injured in clsn w 2/3-whl mv in traf, init

This code signifies an injury sustained by an individual who was riding a skateboard and was involved in a traffic collision with a motorcycle, scooter, or other two- or three-wheeled motorized vehicle. The injury occurred during the initial presentation for treatment of this specific accident.

Apply this code when documenting the initial encounter for a patient injured while skateboarding who collided with a motorized two- or three-wheeled vehicle on a public roadway or other traffic area. This includes scenarios such as a skateboarder being hit by a motorcycle or a scooter.

• Ensure the documentation clearly states the patient was on a skateboard and the other vehicle was a two- or three-wheeled motor vehicle.
• Verify the encounter is the initial treatment for the injury resulting from this specific accident.
• Remember to also code the specific injuries sustained by the patient.