V93.3
Non-Billable

Fall on board watercraft

Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code

What is Fall on board watercraft?

ICD-10-CM V93.3 is the diagnosis code for Fall 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 V93.3

⛔ Type 1 Excludes (Never code together)

The following conditions should never be coded at the same time as V93.3. They are mutually exclusive:

  • fall due to collision of watercraft (V91.2-)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where V93.3 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Sub-Codes 9 entries
V93.30Fall on board merchant shipBillableV93.31Fall on board passenger shipBillableV93.32Fall on board fishing boatBillableV93.33Fall on board other powered watercraftBillableV93.34Fall on board sailboatBillableV93.35Fall on board canoe or kayakBillableV93.36Fall on board (nonpowered) inflatable craftBillableV93.38Fall on board other unpowered watercraftBillableV93.39Fall on board unspecified watercraftBillable
Related Codes

Frequently Asked Questions

Is V93.3 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

No, V93.3 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.

What does V93.3 mean?

V93.3 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Fall 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 V93.3?

The parent code of V93.3 is V93 ("Other injury due to accident on board watercraft, without accident to watercraft"). V93.3 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is V93.3 in?

V93.3 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 V93.3?

V93.3 has 9 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: V93.30, V93.31, V93.32, V93.33, V93.34 and more.

When should I use V93.3?

Use V93.3 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Fall 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 Fall on board watercraft?

The ICD-10-CM code for Fall on board watercraft is V93.3.

Can V93.3 be used for primary diagnosis?

No, V93.3 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.

What chapter is V93.3 in?

V93.3 is in Chapter 20 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What conditions are excluded from V93.3?

Type 1 Excludes for V93.3 include: fall due to collision of watercraft (V91.2-).

Is V93.3 valid for 2026?

Yes, V93.3 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
V93.3
Fall on board watercraft
Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
20 — External causes of morbidity (V00-Y99)
V90-V94 — Water transport accidents
2026 ICD-10-CM