W65
Non-billableAccidental drowning and submersion while in bath-tub
Accidental drowning and submersion while in bath-tub
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)
Excludes 2
Conditions not included here, but the patient may have both
- accidental drowning and submersion due to cataclysm (X34-X39)
7th Character Definitions
- A - initial encounter
- D - subsequent encounter
- S - sequela
Child Codes (3)
Also Known As / Clinical Terms
Frequently Asked Questions
What is ICD-10 code W65?
ICD-10-CM code W65 represents "Accidental drowning and submersion while in bath-tub". It is a non-billable header code — use a more specific child code for billing purposes.
Is W65 a billable code?
No, W65 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 W65.
What chapter is W65 in?
W65 is in Chapter 21: External Causes of Morbidity (codes V00-Y99).
What codes cannot be used with W65?
W65 has Excludes1 notes indicating codes that cannot be used together with it, including: accidental drowning and submersion due to fall into water (W16.-); accidental drowning and submersion due to water transport accident (V90.-, V92.-); accidental drowning and submersion due to fall in (into) bathtub (W16.211).
What are the subcategories under W65?
W65 has 3 child codes, including: W65.XXXA (Accidental drowning and submersion while in bath-tub, init), W65.XXXD (Accidental drowning and submersion while in bath-tub, subs), W65.XXXS (Accidental drown while in bath-tub, sequela).
What are the UMLS CUIs for W65?
W65 is linked to 1 UMLS Concept Unique Identifier: C2905124. The UMLS (Unified Medical Language System) integrates multiple biomedical vocabularies maintained by the U.S. National Library of Medicine.
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