V78.9
Non-billableOccup of bus injured in nonclsn transport accident in traf
Unspecified occupant of bus injured in noncollision transport accident in traffic accident
This is a header/category code. For billing purposes, use a more specific child code from the list below.
Coding Notes
Includes
Conditions included under this code
- motorcoach
- overturning bus NOS
- overturning bus without collision
Child Codes (3)
Also Known As / Clinical Terms
Frequently Asked Questions
What is ICD-10 code V78.9?
ICD-10-CM code V78.9 represents "Unspecified occupant of bus injured in noncollision transport accident in traffic accident". It is a non-billable header code — use a more specific child code for billing purposes.
Is V78.9 a billable code?
No, V78.9 is a non-billable header code. You need to use one of its more specific child codes for billing. There are 3 child codes under V78.9.
What chapter is V78.9 in?
V78.9 is in Chapter 21: External Causes of Morbidity (codes V00-Y99).
What codes cannot be used with V78.9?
V78.9 has Excludes1 notes indicating codes that cannot be used together with it, including: minibus (V50-V59).
What are the subcategories under V78.9?
V78.9 has 3 child codes, including: V78.9XXA (Occup of bus injured in nonclsn trnsp accident in traf, init), V78.9XXD (Occup of bus injured in nonclsn trnsp accident in traf, subs), V78.9XXS (Occup of bus injured in nonclsn trnsp acc in traf, sequela).
What are the UMLS CUIs for V78.9?
V78.9 is linked to 1 UMLS Concept Unique Identifier: C2898173. The UMLS (Unified Medical Language System) integrates multiple biomedical vocabularies maintained by the U.S. National Library of Medicine.
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