Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
ICD-10-CM V38 is the diagnosis code for Occupant of three-wheeled motor vehicle injured in noncollision transport accident. This code falls under the section "Occupant of three-wheeled motor vehicle injured in transport accident" within Chapter 20 — External causes of morbidity (V00-Y99). It is a non-billable/non-specific ICD-10-CM code that should not be used for reimbursement. A more specific sub-code is required for billing. Medical coders and healthcare providers use this code to document and classify diagnoses in electronic health records, insurance claims, and clinical databases.
Always refer to the official ICD-10-CM Tabular List for complete coding guidelines. Ensure documentation supports the specificity of the code selected. When in doubt, consult a certified medical coder or the latest CMS guidelines.
Understanding where V38 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:
No, V38 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.
V38 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Occupant of three-wheeled motor vehicle injured in noncollision transport accident". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.
V38 is located in Section V30-V39 — "Occupant of three-wheeled motor vehicle injured in transport accident" within Chapter 20 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.
V38 has 9 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: V38.0, V38.1, V38.2, V38.3, V38.4 and more.
Use V38 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Occupant of three-wheeled motor vehicle injured in noncollision transport accident" and the clinical documentation supports this level of specificity. Always verify with the latest ICD-10-CM guidelines and payer requirements.
The ICD-10-CM code for Occupant of three-wheeled motor vehicle injured in noncollision transport accident is V38.
No, V38 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.
V38 is in Chapter 20 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.
Yes, V38 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.