Question 1

Is V29.81 a billable ICD-10 code?

Accepted Answer

No, V29.81 is not a billable code. It is a category code that requires additional specificity. You must select a more specific code from the subcategories for billing purposes.

Question 2

What does ICD-10 code V29.81 mean?

Accepted Answer

ICD-10-CM code V29.81 represents Motorcycle rider (driver) (passenger) injured in transport accident with military vehicle. This code is part of the International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision, Clinical Modification used for medical coding and billing in the United States.

Question 3

When was ICD-10 code V29.81 introduced?

Accepted Answer

Code V29.81 has been part of ICD-10-CM since 2016, when the coding system was mandated for use in the United States. This code was included in the original US implementation.

Question 4

What is the parent category for ICD-10 code V29.81?

Accepted Answer

The parent category for V29.81 is V29.8 (Motorcycle rider (driver) (passenger) injured in other specified transport accidents). This hierarchical classification helps organize related diagnoses for more accurate coding.

Question 5

Does V29.81 require a 7th character extension?

Accepted Answer

Yes, V29.81 requires a 7th character to specify the encounter type. Available extensions include: A (initial encounter), D (subsequent encounter), S (sequela). Use "X" as a placeholder to fill empty positions before the 7th character (e.g., V29.81XXA for initial encounter). The extension indicates whether this is an initial visit, follow-up, or treatment for a late effect.

V29.812026

Excludes11Not coded together

Notes1Additional information

Includes7Included conditions

7th Character Extensions3Encounter type specifiers

Is V29.81 a billable ICD-10 code?

What does ICD-10 code V29.81 mean?

When was ICD-10 code V29.81 introduced?

What is the parent category for ICD-10 code V29.81?

Does V29.81 require a 7th character extension?