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
7th Character Definitions
- A - initial encounter
- D - subsequent encounter
- S - sequela
Child Codes (3)
ICD-11 Equivalents(1)
ICD-11 Equivalents
View full mappingCorresponding ICD-11 codes from the WHO crosswalk mapping
Also Known As / Clinical Terms(1)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ICD-10 code for accidental drowning and submersion while in bath-tub?
The ICD-10-CM code for accidental drowning and submersion while in bath-tub is W65. The full clinical description is "Accidental drowning and submersion while in bath-tub". W65 is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code for billing purposes.
What does ICD-10 code W65 mean?
ICD-10-CM code W65 represents “Accidental drowning and submersion while in bath-tub”. It is classified under Chapter 21: External Causes of Morbidity and 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.
How does W65 relate to ICF functioning codes?
ICF (International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health) codes describe how conditions like accidental drowning and submersion while in bath-tub affect a person's functioning — body functions, activities, participation, and environmental factors. AutoICD provides ICF Core Sets for 12+ conditions and can map clinical text to ICF categories automatically. Browse the ICF directory to explore functioning codes.
What is the ICD-11 equivalent of W65?
W65 maps to the ICD-11 code: PA90&XE78X.
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