ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for W74
Unspecified cause of accidental drowning and submersion
Coding Notes & Guidelines for W74
Drowning NOS
The appropriate 7th character is to be added to code W74
- A: initial encounter
- D: subsequent encounter
- S: sequela
About ICD-10-CM Code W74 (Unspecified cause of accidental drowning and submersion)
ICD-10-CM code W74 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 W74 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about W74 - Unspecified cause of accidental 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 Unspecified cause of accidental drowning and submersion.