Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
ICD-10-CM V42 is the diagnosis code for Car occupant injured in collision with two- or three-wheeled motor vehicle. This code falls under the section "Car occupant 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 V42 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:
No, V42 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.
V42 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Car occupant injured in collision with two- or three-wheeled motor vehicle". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.
V42 is located in Section V40-V49 — "Car occupant injured in transport accident" within Chapter 20 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.
V42 has 9 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: V42.0, V42.1, V42.2, V42.3, V42.4 and more.
Use V42 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Car occupant injured in collision with two- or three-wheeled motor vehicle" 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 Car occupant injured in collision with two- or three-wheeled motor vehicle is V42.
No, V42 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.
V42 is in Chapter 20 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.
Yes, V42 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.