Question 1

Is V94.0 a billable ICD-10 code?

Accepted Answer

Yes, V94.0 is a valid billable ICD-10-CM code for hitting object or bottom of body of water due to fall from watercraft. It can be used for medical billing and reimbursement purposes.

Question 2

What does ICD-10 code V94.0 mean?

Accepted Answer

ICD-10-CM code V94.0 represents Hitting object or bottom of body of water due to fall from watercraft. 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 V94.0 introduced?

Accepted Answer

Code V94.0 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 V94.0?

Accepted Answer

The parent category for V94.0 is V94 (Other and unspecified water transport accidents). This hierarchical classification helps organize related diagnoses for more accurate coding.

Question 5

What conditions should be coded separately from V94.0?

Accepted Answer

Code V94.0 has Type 2 Excludes including: drowning and submersion due to fall from watercraft (V92.0-). These conditions are not included in V94.0 but can be coded together if the patient has both conditions.

Question 6

Does V94.0 require a 7th character extension?

Accepted Answer

Yes, V94.0 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., V94.0XXA for initial encounter). The extension indicates whether this is an initial visit, follow-up, or treatment for a late effect.

V94.02027

Excludes11Not coded together

Excludes21Not included here

Notes1Additional information

Also Known As1Alternative terms

7th Character Extensions3Encounter type specifiers

Excluded By2Codes that exclude this one