V87
Non-billableTraf of spcf type but victim's mode of transport unknown
Traffic accident of specified type but victim's mode of transport unknown
This is a header/category code. For billing purposes, use a more specific child code from the list below.
Coding Notes
Excludes 1
Codes that cannot be used together with this code (mutual exclusion)
- collision involving:
- •pedal cycleV10-V19
- •pedestrianV01-V09
7th Character Definitions
- A - initial encounter
- D - subsequent encounter
- S - sequela
Child Codes (10)
V87.0Person injured in collision betw car and 2/3-whl pwr veh
V87.1Person injured in collision betw mtr veh and 2/3-whl mv
V87.2Person injured in collision betw car and pk-up/van (traffic)
V87.3Person injured in collision between car and bus (traffic)
V87.4Person injured in collision betw car and hv veh (traffic)
V87.5Person injured in collision betw hv veh and bus (traffic)
V87.6Person injured in collision betw rail trn/veh and car
V87.7Person injured in collision betw oth mtr veh (traffic)
V87.8Person injured in oth nonclsn transport acc w mtr veh
V87.9Person injured in oth transport accidents involving non-mv
ICD-11 Equivalents(1)
ICD-11 Equivalents
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Also Known As / Clinical Terms(2)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ICD-10 code for traf of spcf type but victim's mode of transport unknown?
The ICD-10-CM code for traf of spcf type but victim's mode of transport unknown is V87. The full clinical description is "Traffic accident of specified type but victim's mode of transport unknown". V87 is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code for billing purposes.
What does ICD-10 code V87 mean?
ICD-10-CM code V87 represents “Traffic accident of specified type but victim's mode of transport unknown”. It is classified under Chapter 21: External Causes of Morbidity and is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code for billing purposes.
Is V87 a billable code?
No, V87 is a non-billable header code. You need to use one of its more specific child codes for billing. There are 10 child codes under V87.
What chapter is V87 in?
V87 is in Chapter 21: External Causes of Morbidity (codes V00-Y99).
What codes cannot be used with V87?
V87 has Excludes1 notes indicating codes that cannot be used together with it, including: collision involving:; pedal cycle (V10-V19); pedestrian (V01-V09).
What are the subcategories under V87?
V87 has 10 child codes, including: V87.0 (Person injured in collision betw car and 2/3-whl pwr veh), V87.1 (Person injured in collision betw mtr veh and 2/3-whl mv), V87.2 (Person injured in collision betw car and pk-up/van (traffic)), V87.3 (Person injured in collision between car and bus (traffic)), and 6 more.
What are the UMLS CUIs for V87?
V87 is linked to 1 UMLS Concept Unique Identifier: C0477215. The UMLS (Unified Medical Language System) integrates multiple biomedical vocabularies maintained by the U.S. National Library of Medicine.
How does V87 relate to ICF functioning codes?
ICF (International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health) codes describe how conditions like traf of spcf type but victim's mode of transport unknown affect a person's functioning — body functions, activities, participation, and environmental factors. AutoICD provides ICF Core Sets for 12+ conditions and can map clinical text to ICF categories automatically. Browse the ICF directory to explore functioning codes.
What is the ICD-11 equivalent of V87?
V87 maps to the ICD-11 code: PA0Z (Unintentional land transport traffic event injuring a user of unspecified land transport).
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