Get started free

Y21

Non-billable

Drowning and submersion, undetermined intent

Y21 is the ICD-10-CM code for Drowning and submersion, undetermined intent. It is a non-billable category code — use a more specific child code such as Y21.0 for billing.

Status
Header (non-billable)
Chapter
V00-Y99
Subcodes
7
Edition
FY2026

V00-Y99 External causes of morbidity

No additional coding notes for this code.

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code Y21?
Y21 is the ICD-10-CM code for "Drowning and submersion, undetermined intent". It falls under V00-Y99 External causes of morbidity.
Is Y21 a billable code?
No — Y21 is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code (such as Y21.0) for billing.
What are the subcodes of Y21?
Y21 has 7 more specific child codes, including Y21.0, Y21.1, Y21.2.

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

Look up another ICD-10 code or condition

Powered by Eleplan

Free ICD-10 lookup is just the start. Eleplan keeps the whole care plan in one place.

Diagnoses, medications, documents, appointments, and the whole care team — organized and always in sync, with Ellie, your AI care assistant, on top of it. Free to start.

Get started freeSee how Eleplan works →