W67
Billable

Accidental drowning and submersion while in swimming-pool

Billable / Specific Code

What is Accidental drowning and submersion while in swimming-pool?

ICD-10-CM W67 is the diagnosis code for Accidental drowning and submersion while in swimming-pool. This code falls under the section "Accidental non-transport drowning and submersion" within Chapter 20 — External causes of morbidity (V00-Y99). It is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. 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 W67

⛔ Type 1 Excludes (Never code together)

The following conditions should never be coded at the same time as W67. They are mutually exclusive:

  • 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)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where W67 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Current CodeW67 — Accidental drowning and submersion while in swimming-pool
Related Codes

Frequently Asked Questions

Is W67 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, W67 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does W67 mean?

W67 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Accidental drowning and submersion while in swimming-pool". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What section is W67 in?

W67 is located in Section W65-W74 — "Accidental non-transport drowning and submersion" within Chapter 20 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use W67?

Use W67 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Accidental drowning and submersion while in swimming-pool" 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 Accidental drowning and submersion while in swimming-pool?

The ICD-10-CM code for Accidental drowning and submersion while in swimming-pool is W67.

Can W67 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, W67 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is W67 in?

W67 is in Chapter 20 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What conditions are excluded from W67?

Type 1 Excludes for W67 include: 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).

Is W67 valid for 2026?

Yes, W67 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
W67
Accidental drowning and submersion while in swimming-pool
Billable / Specific Code
20 — External causes of morbidity (V00-Y99)
W65-W74 — Accidental non-transport drowning and submersion
2026 ICD-10-CM