Question 1

Is V47 a billable ICD-10 code?

Accepted Answer

No, V47 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 V47 mean?

Accepted Answer

ICD-10-CM code V47 represents Car occupant injured in collision with fixed or stationary object. 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 V47 introduced?

Accepted Answer

Code V47 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 V47?

Accepted Answer

The parent category for V47 is section:V40-V49 (Car occupant injured in transport accident (V40-V49)). This hierarchical classification helps organize related diagnoses for more accurate coding.

Question 5

Does V47 require a 7th character extension?

Accepted Answer

Yes, V47 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., V47XXA for initial encounter). The extension indicates whether this is an initial visit, follow-up, or treatment for a late effect.

V472026

Excludes16Not coded together

Notes1Additional information

Includes2Included conditions

7th Character Extensions3Encounter type specifiers

Is V47 a billable ICD-10 code?

What does ICD-10 code V47 mean?

When was ICD-10 code V47 introduced?

What is the parent category for ICD-10 code V47?

Does V47 require a 7th character extension?