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Y21 - Drowning and submersion, undetermined intent


The ICD 10 Code for Drowning and submersion, undetermined intent is listed as Y21.
Additional information concerning this code and description can be found below including ICD 9 crosswalks / GEMS, chapter information, and DRGs where available.

ICD 10 CM Field Value
Diagnosis Code: Y21
Description: Drowning and submersion, undetermined intent
  • The appropriate 7th character is to be added to each code from category Y21
  • A - initial encounter
  • D - subsequent encounter
  • S - sequela
Chapter External causes of morbidity (V00-Y99)
ICD-10-CM Children (deeper level / typically more specific) of Y21:
Y21.0 - Drowning and submersion while in bathtub, undetermined intent
Y21.1 - Drowning and submersion after fall into bathtub, undetermined intent
Y21.2 - Drowning and submersion while in swimming pool, undetermined intent
Y21.3 - Drowning and submersion after fall into swimming pool, undetermined intent
Y21.4 - Drowning and submersion in natural water, undetermined intent
Y21.8 - Other drowning and submersion, undetermined intent
Y21.9 - Unspecified drowning and submersion, undetermined intent