Question 1

Is V88 a billable ICD-10 code?

Accepted Answer

No, V88 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 V88 mean?

Accepted Answer

ICD-10-CM code V88 represents Nontraffic accident of specified type but victim's mode of transport unknown. 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 V88 introduced?

Accepted Answer

Code V88 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 V88?

Accepted Answer

The parent category for V88 is section:V80-V89 (Other land transport accidents (V80-V89)). This hierarchical classification helps organize related diagnoses for more accurate coding.

Question 5

What conditions are excluded from V88?

Accepted Answer

Code V88 has Type 1 Excludes (mutually exclusive conditions) including: collision involving:; pedal cycle (V10-V19); pedestrian (V01-V09). These conditions cannot be coded together with V88 as they represent different diagnoses.

Question 6

Does V88 require a 7th character extension?

Accepted Answer

Yes, V88 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., V88XXA for initial encounter). The extension indicates whether this is an initial visit, follow-up, or treatment for a late effect.

V882026

Excludes13Not coded together

Notes1Additional information

7th Character Extensions3Encounter type specifiers