W69

Billable

Accidental drowning and submersion while in natural water

W69 is the ICD-10-CM code for Accidental drowning and submersion while in natural water. It is a billable, specific code valid for reimbursement.

Status
Billable
Chapter
V00-Y99
Edition
FY2026

V00-Y99 External causes of morbidity

Includes

  • Accidental drowning and submersion while in lake
  • Accidental drowning and submersion while in open sea
  • Accidental drowning and submersion while in river
  • Accidental drowning and submersion while in stream

Excludes1 — not coded here

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code W69?
W69 is the ICD-10-CM code for "Accidental drowning and submersion while in natural water". It falls under V00-Y99 External causes of morbidity.
Is W69 a billable code?
Yes — W69 is a billable, specific ICD-10-CM code valid for reimbursement.
What is excluded from W69?
Excludes1 (not coded here): accidental drowning and submersion due to fall into natural body of water (W16.111, W16.121, W16.131).

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

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