W69.XXXA ICD-10-CM Code: Accidental drowning and submersion while in natural water, initial encounter
A clear reference for the official code description, hierarchy, and related coding information from the FY 2027 U.S. release.
Code definition
Official description
W69.XXXAAccidental drowning and submersion while in natural water, initial encounter
ICD-10-CM diagnosis code · United States clinical modification
Classification
Where W69.XXXA sits
- 1
Chapter 20
External causes of morbidity (V00-Y99)
- 2
Section
Accidents (V00-X58)
- 3
Category W69
Accidental drowning and submersion while in natural water
- 4
Code W69.XXXA
Accidental drowning and submersion while in natural water, initial encounter
Documentation details
Notes for this code
Inclusion terms
No inclusion terms are listed for W69.XXXA.
Code first
No “code first” instruction is listed for W69.XXXA.
Use additional code
No “use additional code” instruction is listed for W69.XXXA.
Excludes1
Conditions that should not be reported together with this code.
No Excludes1 note is listed for W69.XXXA.
Excludes2
Conditions not included here that may be reported separately when present.
No Excludes2 note is listed for W69.XXXA.
Transparency
Source and release
This reference is generated from Vero’s ICD-10-CM description, hierarchy, and code-note dataset. The visible content and structured data share that source.
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Frequently asked questions
What does ICD-10-CM code W69.XXXA mean?
W69.XXXA is the FY 2027 U.S. ICD-10-CM code for “Accidental drowning and submersion while in natural water, initial encounter.”
Is W69.XXXA a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code?
Yes. In the FY 2027 reference data used on this page, W69.XXXA has no child codes and is presented as a billable/specific code. Always confirm the active code set and payer requirements before use.
Where is W69.XXXA located in ICD-10-CM?
W69.XXXA is listed in Chapter 20, External causes of morbidity (V00-Y99), within Accidents (V00-X58) (V00–X58), under category W69, Accidental drowning and submersion while in natural water.
What coding notes are listed for W69.XXXA?
No inclusion terms are listed for W69.XXXA in this reference record. No code-first instruction is listed. No Excludes1 note is listed. No Excludes2 note is listed.
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