Question 1

Is V79 a billable ICD-10 code?

Accepted Answer

No, V79 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 V79 mean?

Accepted Answer

ICD-10-CM code V79 represents Bus occupant injured in other and unspecified transport accidents. 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 V79 introduced?

Accepted Answer

Code V79 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 V79?

Accepted Answer

The parent category for V79 is section:V70-V79 (Bus occupant injured in transport accident (V70-V79)). This hierarchical classification helps organize related diagnoses for more accurate coding.

Question 5

Does V79 require a 7th character extension?

Accepted Answer

Yes, V79 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., V79XXA for initial encounter). The extension indicates whether this is an initial visit, follow-up, or treatment for a late effect.

V792026

Excludes11Not coded together

Notes1Additional information

Includes1Included conditions

7th Character Extensions3Encounter type specifiers

Excluded By1Codes that exclude this one

Is V79 a billable ICD-10 code?

What does ICD-10 code V79 mean?

When was ICD-10 code V79 introduced?

What is the parent category for ICD-10 code V79?

Does V79 require a 7th character extension?