Accidental drown while in bath-tub, sequela

This code identifies long-term health problems or conditions that arise as a direct result of an accidental drowning or near-drowning incident that occurred in a bathtub. These sequelae can include neurological damage, chronic respiratory issues, or other persistent physical or cognitive impairments.

Apply this code when documenting conditions that are a late effect of an accidental submersion event in a bathtub. This is appropriate for patients presenting for ongoing treatment or evaluation of complications that developed after the initial drowning or near-drowning episode has resolved.

• Always use in conjunction with a code describing the specific sequela (e.g., anoxic brain damage, aspiration pneumonia).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to the past bathtub drowning event.
• This code is for the sequela (late effect) only; do not use for the initial acute drowning event.