W22.041
Non-billableStriking against wall of swimming pool causing drown
Striking against wall of swimming pool causing drowning and submersion
This is a header/category code. For billing purposes, use a more specific child code from the list below.
Coding Notes
Excludes 1
Codes that cannot be used together with this code (mutual exclusion)
- assault (X92-Y09)
- contact or collision with animals or persons (W50-W64)
- exposure to inanimate mechanical forces involving military or war operations (Y36.-, Y37.-)
- intentional self-harm (X71-X83)
- striking against or struck by object with subsequent fall (W18.09)
- striking against stationary sports equipment (W21.8)
- drowning and submersion while swimming without striking against wall (W67)
Child Codes (3)
Also Known As / Clinical Terms
Frequently Asked Questions
What is ICD-10 code W22.041?
ICD-10-CM code W22.041 represents "Striking against wall of swimming pool causing drowning and submersion". It is a non-billable header code — use a more specific child code for billing purposes.
Is W22.041 a billable code?
No, W22.041 is a non-billable header code. You need to use one of its more specific child codes for billing. There are 3 child codes under W22.041.
What chapter is W22.041 in?
W22.041 is in Chapter 21: External Causes of Morbidity (codes V00-Y99).
What codes cannot be used with W22.041?
W22.041 has Excludes1 notes indicating codes that cannot be used together with it, including: assault (X92-Y09); contact or collision with animals or persons (W50-W64); exposure to inanimate mechanical forces involving military or war operations (Y36.-, Y37.-); and 4 more.
What are the subcategories under W22.041?
W22.041 has 3 child codes, including: W22.041A (Striking against wall of swimming pool causing drown, init), W22.041D (Striking against wall of swimming pool causing drown, subs), W22.041S (Strike wall of swimming pool causing drown, sequela).
What are the UMLS CUIs for W22.041?
W22.041 is linked to 1 UMLS Concept Unique Identifier: C2904136. The UMLS (Unified Medical Language System) integrates multiple biomedical vocabularies maintained by the U.S. National Library of Medicine.
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