ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for W16.1
Fall into natural body of water
Coding Notes & Guidelines for W16.1
drowning and submersion while in natural body of water without fall (W69)
drowning and submersion while in natural body of water without fall (W69)
drowning and submersion while in natural body of water without fall (W69)
- Fall into lake
- Fall into open sea
- Fall into river
- Fall into stream
Parent Code (Less Specific):
About ICD-10-CM Code W16.1 (Fall into natural body of water)
ICD-10-CM code W16.1 is a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. The 2025 edition of ICD-10-CM W16.1 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about W16.1 - Fall into natural body of water. It includes common terminology, coding guidelines such as "Includes," "Excludes1," and "Excludes2" notes, and information on required 7th characters. Utilizing this information correctly is essential for accurate medical coding and claims submission for conditions like Fall into natural body of water.