Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
ICD-10-CM V47 is the diagnosis code for Car occupant injured in collision with fixed or stationary object. 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 V47 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:
No, V47 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.
V47 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Car occupant injured in collision with fixed or stationary object". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.
V47 is located in Section V40-V49 — "Car occupant injured in transport accident" within Chapter 20 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.
V47 has 9 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: V47.0, V47.1, V47.2, V47.3, V47.4 and more.
Use V47 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Car occupant injured in collision with fixed or stationary object" 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 fixed or stationary object is V47.
No, V47 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.
V47 is in Chapter 20 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.
Yes, V47 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.