ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for W73
Other specified cause of accidental non-transport drowning and submersion
Coding Notes & Guidelines for W73
accidental drowning and submersion due to fall into other water (W16.311, W16.321, W16.331)
- Accidental drowning and submersion while in quenching tank
- Accidental drowning and submersion while in reservoir
The appropriate 7th character is to be added to code W73
- A: initial encounter
- D: subsequent encounter
- S: sequela
About ICD-10-CM Code W73 (Other specified cause of accidental non-transport drowning and submersion)
ICD-10-CM code W73 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 W73 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about W73 - Other specified cause of accidental non-transport drowning and submersion. 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 Other specified cause of accidental non-transport drowning and submersion.