Prsn brd/alit pedl cyc injured in collision w hv veh, subs

This code describes injuries sustained by an individual who was in the process of getting on or off a bicycle when they were involved in a collision with a large commercial vehicle, such as a truck or bus. The "D" seventh character indicates that this is a subsequent encounter, meaning the patient is receiving follow-up care for injuries initially treated in a previous encounter.

Use this code for follow-up visits, such as wound care, fracture management, or physical therapy, for a patient whose initial injuries resulted from being struck by a heavy transport vehicle or bus while boarding or alighting a pedal cycle. This applies after the acute phase of treatment has concluded.

• Ensure the documentation clearly specifies the patient was boarding or alighting a pedal cycle, not simply riding it.
• Verify the colliding vehicle was a heavy transport vehicle or bus, as other vehicle types would require a different code.
• Confirm this is a subsequent encounter for the injury; initial encounters would use the "A" seventh character.