V92.1
Non-billableDrowning and submersion due to being thrown overboard by motion of watercraft
V92.1 is the ICD-10-CM code for Drowning and submersion due to being thrown overboard by motion of watercraft. It is a non-billable category code — use a more specific child code such as V92.10 for billing.
V00-Y99 External causes of morbidity
What this means — in plain language
MedlinePlus · NIHPeople drown when they get too much water in their lungs. You can drown in as little as an inch or two of water. Babies can drown in a sink or bathtub. Preschoolers are most likely to drown in a swimming pool. People who have seizure disorders are also at risk in the water. Drowning can happen quickly and silently. Drowning precautions should include: Fences around pools Supervising children near any body of water,…
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Frequently asked questions
- What is ICD-10 code V92.1?
- V92.1 is the ICD-10-CM code for "Drowning and submersion due to being thrown overboard by motion of watercraft". It falls under V00-Y99 External causes of morbidity.
- Is V92.1 a billable code?
- No — V92.1 is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code (such as V92.10) for billing.
Source: CMS ICD-10-CM FY2026. For informational purposes only — not medical advice. See our medical disclaimer.
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