Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
ICD-10-CM V53 is the diagnosis code for Occupant of pick-up truck or van injured in collision with car, pick-up truck or van. This code falls under the section "Occupant of pick-up truck or van 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 V53 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:
No, V53 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.
V53 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Occupant of pick-up truck or van injured in collision with car, pick-up truck or van". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.
V53 is located in Section V50-V59 — "Occupant of pick-up truck or van injured in transport accident" within Chapter 20 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.
V53 has 9 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: V53.0, V53.1, V53.2, V53.3, V53.4 and more.
Use V53 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Occupant of pick-up truck or van injured in collision with car, pick-up truck or van" 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 pick-up truck or van injured in collision with car, pick-up truck or van is V53.
No, V53 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.
V53 is in Chapter 20 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.
Yes, V53 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.