Question 1

Is V02.1 a billable ICD-10 code?

Accepted Answer

No, V02.1 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 V02.1 mean?

Accepted Answer

ICD-10-CM code V02.1 represents Pedestrian injured in collision with two- or three-wheeled motor vehicle in traffic accident. 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

What is the parent category for ICD-10 code V02.1?

Accepted Answer

The parent category for V02.1 is V02 (Pedestrian injured in collision with two- or three-wheeled motor vehicle). This hierarchical classification helps organize related diagnoses for more accurate coding.

Question 4

Does V02.1 require a 7th character extension?

Accepted Answer

Yes, V02.1 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., V02.1XXA for initial encounter). The extension indicates whether this is an initial visit, follow-up, or treatment for a late effect.

V02.12026

Excludes13Not coded together

Notes1Additional information

Includes2Included conditions

7th Character Extensions3Encounter type specifiers

Is V02.1 a billable ICD-10 code?

What does ICD-10 code V02.1 mean?

What is the parent category for ICD-10 code V02.1?

Does V02.1 require a 7th character extension?