Drown due to oth accident to oth powered watercraft, init

Drowning and submersion due to other accident to other powered watercraft, initial encounter

AIClinical Context

Clinical Description

This code signifies an incident where an individual experienced drowning or submersion due to an accident involving a powered watercraft other than a motorboat, sailboat, or personal watercraft. This includes situations where the patient was in the water as a result of the watercraft accident.

When to Use

Use this code for initial encounters where a patient presents with injuries or conditions directly resulting from drowning or submersion caused by an accident involving a powered watercraft such as a tugboat, ferry, or commercial fishing vessel. This applies when the patient was in the water due to the accident.

Coding Tips

Ensure the documentation clearly specifies a powered watercraft other than a motorboat, sailboat, or personal watercraft.
Confirm the encounter is the initial treatment for the drowning/submersion event.
Always code additional injuries or conditions sustained during the incident.

AI-generated reference. Verify against official guidelines.

Crosswalks

E83.09ApproxICD-9

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