Drown while in bathtub, undetermined intent, subs

This code signifies a patient's follow-up care for injuries or complications resulting from a drowning or near-drowning incident that occurred in a bathtub. The intent of the submersion event is documented as undetermined, meaning it's unclear if it was accidental, self-harm, or assault.

Apply this code for subsequent encounters, such as follow-up appointments, rehabilitation, or management of long-term effects, after the initial treatment of a bathtub drowning or submersion where the intent was not definitively established. This includes situations where the patient is being seen for respiratory issues, neurological damage, or other sequelae.

• Ensure the encounter is for follow-up care, not the initial treatment.
• Verify documentation explicitly states "undetermined intent" for the drowning event.
• Confirm the location of the incident was a bathtub.