Question 1

Is V09.2 a billable ICD-10 code?

Accepted Answer

No, V09.2 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 V09.2 mean?

Accepted Answer

ICD-10-CM code V09.2 represents Pedestrian injured in traffic accident involving other and unspecified motor vehicles. 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 V09.2 introduced?

Accepted Answer

Code V09.2 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 V09.2?

Accepted Answer

The parent category for V09.2 is V09 (Pedestrian injured in other and unspecified transport accidents). This hierarchical classification helps organize related diagnoses for more accurate coding.

Question 5

Does V09.2 require a 7th character extension?

Accepted Answer

Yes, V09.2 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., V09.2XXA for initial encounter). The extension indicates whether this is an initial visit, follow-up, or treatment for a late effect.

V09.22026

Excludes13Not coded together

Notes1Additional information

Includes2Included conditions

7th Character Extensions3Encounter type specifiers

Is V09.2 a billable ICD-10 code?

What does ICD-10 code V09.2 mean?

When was ICD-10 code V09.2 introduced?

What is the parent category for ICD-10 code V09.2?

Does V09.2 require a 7th character extension?