W16.711A
BillableJumping or diving from boat striking water surface causing drowning and submersion, initial encounter
W16.711A is the ICD-10-CM code for Jumping or diving from boat striking water surface causing drowning and submersion, initial encounter. It is a billable, specific code valid for reimbursement.
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 W16.711A?
- W16.711A is the ICD-10-CM code for "Jumping or diving from boat striking water surface causing drowning and submersion, initial encounter". It falls under V00-Y99 External causes of morbidity.
- Is W16.711A a billable code?
- Yes — W16.711A 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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