Prsn brd/alit pedl cyc injured in nonclsn trnsp acc, init

This code signifies an injury sustained by an individual who was in the process of getting on or off a bicycle when an accident occurred that did not involve a collision with another vehicle or object. The injury is a direct result of the non-collision transport event during the boarding or alighting phase.

This code is appropriate for documenting injuries such as sprains, fractures, or contusions sustained when a person falls while attempting to mount or dismount a pedal cycle, or is otherwise injured during this process without striking another entity. Examples include losing balance and falling, or getting a foot caught in the spokes while dismounting. This code is used for the initial encounter for treatment of the injury.

• Ensure the documentation clearly states the patient was boarding or alighting a pedal cycle at the time of injury.
• Verify that the accident was a non-collision event; if a collision occurred, a different external cause code would be more appropriate.
• Remember the "A" suffix indicates an initial encounter for active treatment of the injury.