Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
ICD-10-CM V71 is the diagnosis code for Bus occupant injured in collision with pedal cycle. This code falls under the section "Bus 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 V71 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:
No, V71 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.
V71 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Bus occupant injured in collision with pedal cycle". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.
V71 is located in Section V70-V79 — "Bus occupant injured in transport accident" within Chapter 20 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.
V71 has 9 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: V71.0, V71.1, V71.2, V71.3, V71.4 and more.
Use V71 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Bus occupant injured in collision with pedal cycle" 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 Bus occupant injured in collision with pedal cycle is V71.
No, V71 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.
V71 is in Chapter 20 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.
Yes, V71 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.