Is W69 a billable code?
No. W69 is a header code that groups 0 more specific codes. Use one of the billable codes listed on this page instead.
ICD-10-CM FY2027 diagnosis code
W69: Accidental drowning and submersion while in natural water
Header code: not billableValid for dates of service October 1, 2026 to September 30, 2027
W69 groups related diagnoses under accidental drowning and submersion while in natural water. It cannot be used on a claim by itself. Choose the billable code below that matches the patient's record.
W69 questions
What does W69 mean?
W69 is the ICD-10-CM code for Accidental drowning and submersion while in natural water. It is in chapter 21, External causes of morbidity (V00-Y99).
Code titles come from the official ICD-10-CM files published by the CDC National Center for Health Statistics. Always check payer rules and the clinical record before billing.