V46
Non-Billable

Car occupant injured in collision with other nonmotor vehicle

Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code

What is Car occupant injured in collision with other nonmotor vehicle?

ICD-10-CM V46 is the diagnosis code for Car occupant injured in collision with other nonmotor 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.

Coding Guidelines for V46

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.

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where V46 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Current CodeV46 — Car occupant injured in collision with other nonmotor vehicle
Sub-Codes 9 entries
V46.0Car driver injured in collision with other nonmotor vehicle in nontraffic accidentBillableV46.1Car passenger injured in collision with other nonmotor vehicle in nontraffic accidentBillableV46.2Person on outside of car injured in collision with other nonmotor vehicle in nontraffic accidentBillableV46.3Unspecified car occupant injured in collision with other nonmotor vehicle in nontraffic accidentBillableV46.4Person boarding or alighting a car injured in collision with other nonmotor vehicleBillableV46.5Car driver injured in collision with other nonmotor vehicle in traffic accidentBillableV46.6Car passenger injured in collision with other nonmotor vehicle in traffic accidentBillableV46.7Person on outside of car injured in collision with other nonmotor vehicle in traffic accidentBillableV46.9Unspecified car occupant injured in collision with other nonmotor vehicle in traffic accidentBillable
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is V46 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

No, V46 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.

What does V46 mean?

V46 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Car occupant injured in collision with other nonmotor vehicle". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What section is V46 in?

V46 is located in Section V40-V49 — "Car occupant injured in transport accident" within Chapter 20 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What are the sub-codes of V46?

V46 has 9 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: V46.0, V46.1, V46.2, V46.3, V46.4 and more.

When should I use V46?

Use V46 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Car occupant injured in collision with other nonmotor vehicle" and the clinical documentation supports this level of specificity. Always verify with the latest ICD-10-CM guidelines and payer requirements.

People Also Ask

What is the ICD-10 code for Car occupant injured in collision with other nonmotor vehicle?

The ICD-10-CM code for Car occupant injured in collision with other nonmotor vehicle is V46.

Can V46 be used for primary diagnosis?

No, V46 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.

What chapter is V46 in?

V46 is in Chapter 20 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is V46 valid for 2026?

Yes, V46 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.

See Also

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Code Details
V46
Car occupant injured in collision with other nonmotor vehicle
Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
20 — External causes of morbidity (V00-Y99)
V40-V49 — Car occupant injured in transport accident
2026 ICD-10-CM