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W67

Billable

Accidental drowning and submersion while in swimming-pool

W67 is the ICD-10-CM code for Accidental drowning and submersion while in swimming-pool. It is a billable, specific code valid for reimbursement.

Status
Billable
Chapter
V00-Y99
Edition
FY2026

V00-Y99 External causes of morbidity

What this means — in plain language

MedlinePlus · NIH

People 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,…

Read more about Drowning at MedlinePlus ↗

Source: U.S. National Library of Medicine (MedlinePlus). Informational only — not medical advice.

Excludes1 — not coded here

  • •accidental drowning and submersion due to fall into swimming pool (W16.011, W16.021, W16.031)
  • •accidental drowning and submersion due to striking into wall of swimming pool (W22.041)

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code W67?
W67 is the ICD-10-CM code for "Accidental drowning and submersion while in swimming-pool". It falls under V00-Y99 External causes of morbidity.
Is W67 a billable code?
Yes — W67 is a billable, specific ICD-10-CM code valid for reimbursement.
What is excluded from W67?
Excludes1 (not coded here): accidental drowning and submersion due to fall into swimming pool (W16.011, W16.021, W16.031); accidental drowning and submersion due to striking into wall of swimming pool (W22.041).

Source: CMS ICD-10-CM FY2026. For informational purposes only — not medical advice. See our medical disclaimer.

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