W16.111D
BillableFall into natural body of water striking water surface causing drowning and submersion, subsequent encounter
W16.111D is the ICD-10-CM code for Fall into natural body of water striking water surface causing drowning and submersion, subsequent encounter. It is a billable, specific code valid for reimbursement.
V00-Y99 External causes of morbidity
What this means — in plain language
MedlinePlus · NIHFalls can be dangerous at any age. Babies and young children can get hurt falling off furniture or down the stairs. Older children may fall off playground equipment. For older adults, falls can be especially serious. They are at higher risk of falling. They are also more likely to fracture (break) a bone when they fall, especially if they have osteoporosis . A broken bone, especially when it is in a hip , may even…
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Frequently asked questions
- What is ICD-10 code W16.111D?
- W16.111D is the ICD-10-CM code for "Fall into natural body of water striking water surface causing drowning and submersion, subsequent encounter". It falls under V00-Y99 External causes of morbidity.
- Is W16.111D a billable code?
- Yes — W16.111D is a billable, specific ICD-10-CM code valid for reimbursement.
Source: CMS ICD-10-CM FY2026. For informational purposes only — not medical advice. See our medical disclaimer.
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