Jump/div into swimming pool strk bottom causing drown, subs

This code signifies a follow-up encounter for a patient who experienced a near-drowning or drowning event due to jumping or diving into a swimming pool and striking the bottom. The initial injury involved submersion and potential respiratory compromise.

Apply this code for subsequent visits related to the initial incident, such as follow-up appointments for pulmonary complications, neurological sequelae, or psychological distress stemming from the near-drowning. This includes rehabilitation services or ongoing monitoring.

• Ensure documentation clearly indicates this is a subsequent encounter for the specified injury.
• Always code with an external cause code (V90.XX) to fully describe the circumstances.
• Do not use for the initial encounter; a different code from the W16.521 series would be appropriate for the initial presentation.