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HomeICD-10 CodesW69
ICD-10-CM
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W69

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Coding Guidance
Coding Guidance W69 should not be used for reimbursement purposes as there are more specific codes below it that contain a greater level of detail. See Related Codes to drill down to more specific billable codes for appropriate reimbursement.
Inclusion Terms
  • Accidental drowning and submersion while in lake
  • Accidental drowning and submersion while in open sea
  • Accidental drowning and submersion while in river
  • Accidental drowning and submersion while in stream
Excludes 1
From
  • accidental drowning and submersion due to fall into natural body of water ( W16.111 , W16.121 , W16.131 )

More Specific Codes

W69.XXXA
Accidental drowning and submersion while in natural water (initial encounter) W69.XXXA
W69.XXXD
Accidental drowning and submersion while in natural water (subsequent encounter) W69.XXXD
W69.XXXS
Accidental drowning and submersion while in natural water (sequela) W69.XXXS
V00-Y99
V00-Y99 - External causes of morbidity

External Resources

2025 ICD-10 guidelines from CMS.gov