V93.0
Non-Billable

Burn due to localized fire on board watercraft

Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code

What is Burn due to localized fire on board watercraft?

ICD-10-CM V93.0 is the diagnosis code for Burn due to localized fire on board watercraft. This code falls under the section "Water transport accidents" within Chapter 20 — External causes of morbidity (V00-Y99). It is a non-billable/non-specific ICD-10-CM code that should not be used for reimbursement. A more specific sub-code is required for billing. Medical coders and healthcare providers use this code to document and classify diagnoses in electronic health records, insurance claims, and clinical databases.

⛔ Excludes1

Coding Guidelines for V93.0

⛔ Type 1 Excludes (Never code together)

The following conditions should never be coded at the same time as V93.0. They are mutually exclusive:

  • burn due to watercraft on fire (V91.0-)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where V93.0 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Sub-Codes 6 entries
V93.00Burn due to localized fire on board merchant vesselBillableV93.01Burn due to localized fire on board passenger vesselBillableV93.02Burn due to localized fire on board fishing boatBillableV93.03Burn due to localized fire on board other powered watercraftBillableV93.04Burn due to localized fire on board sailboatBillableV93.09Burn due to localized fire on board unspecified watercraftBillable
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is V93.0 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

No, V93.0 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.

What does V93.0 mean?

V93.0 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Burn due to localized fire on board watercraft". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of V93.0?

The parent code of V93.0 is V93 ("Other injury due to accident on board watercraft, without accident to watercraft"). V93.0 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is V93.0 in?

V93.0 is located in Section V90-V94 — "Water transport accidents" within Chapter 20 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What are the sub-codes of V93.0?

V93.0 has 6 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: V93.00, V93.01, V93.02, V93.03, V93.04 and more.

When should I use V93.0?

Use V93.0 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Burn due to localized fire on board watercraft" and the clinical documentation supports this level of specificity. Always verify with the latest ICD-10-CM guidelines and payer requirements.

People Also Ask

What is the ICD-10 code for Burn due to localized fire on board watercraft?

The ICD-10-CM code for Burn due to localized fire on board watercraft is V93.0.

Can V93.0 be used for primary diagnosis?

No, V93.0 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.

What chapter is V93.0 in?

V93.0 is in Chapter 20 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What conditions are excluded from V93.0?

Type 1 Excludes for V93.0 include: burn due to watercraft on fire (V91.0-).

Is V93.0 valid for 2026?

Yes, V93.0 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.

See Also

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Code Details
V93.0
Burn due to localized fire on board watercraft
Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
20 — External causes of morbidity (V00-Y99)
V90-V94 — Water transport accidents
2026 ICD-10-CM