Question 1

Is V76 a billable ICD-10 code?

Accepted Answer

No, V76 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 V76 mean?

Accepted Answer

ICD-10-CM code V76 represents Bus occupant injured in collision with other nonmotor 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 V76 introduced?

Accepted Answer

Code V76 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 V76?

Accepted Answer

The parent category for V76 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 V76 require a 7th character extension?

Accepted Answer

Yes, V76 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., V76XXA for initial encounter). The extension indicates whether this is an initial visit, follow-up, or treatment for a late effect.

V762026

Excludes11Not coded together

Notes1Additional information

Includes2Included conditions

7th Character Extensions3Encounter type specifiers

Excluded By2Codes that exclude this one

Is V76 a billable ICD-10 code?

What does ICD-10 code V76 mean?

When was ICD-10 code V76 introduced?

What is the parent category for ICD-10 code V76?

Does V76 require a 7th character extension?