Question 1

Is V25 a billable ICD-10 code?

Accepted Answer

No, V25 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 V25 mean?

Accepted Answer

ICD-10-CM code V25 represents Motorcycle rider injured in collision with railway train or railway 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 V25 introduced?

Accepted Answer

Code V25 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 V25?

Accepted Answer

The parent category for V25 is section:V20-V29 (Motorcycle rider injured in transport accident (V20-V29)). This hierarchical classification helps organize related diagnoses for more accurate coding.

Question 5

Does V25 require a 7th character extension?

Accepted Answer

Yes, V25 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., V25XXA for initial encounter). The extension indicates whether this is an initial visit, follow-up, or treatment for a late effect.

V252026

Excludes11Not coded together

Notes1Additional information

Includes7Included conditions

7th Character Extensions3Encounter type specifiers

Is V25 a billable ICD-10 code?

What does ICD-10 code V25 mean?

When was ICD-10 code V25 introduced?

What is the parent category for ICD-10 code V25?

Does V25 require a 7th character extension?