V92 ICD 10 Code is a non-billable and non-specific code and should not be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. There are other codes below it with greater level of diagnosis detail. The 2023 edition of the American ICD-10-CM code became effective on October 1, 2022.

Short description for V92 ICD 10 code:

Drown due to acc on board wtrcrft, w/o accident to wtrcrft

Type 1 excludes for V92 ICD 10 code
  • civilian water transport accident involving military watercraft (V94.81-)
  • drowning or submersion due to accident to watercraft (V90-V91)
  • drowning or submersion of diver who voluntarily jumps from boat not involved in an accident (W16.711, W16.721)
  • fall into water without watercraft (W16.-)
  • military watercraft accident in military or war operations (Y36, Y37)

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Possible back-references that may be applicable or related to V92 ICD10 Code:

Present On Admission (POA Exempt)

V92 ICD 10 code is considered exempt from POA reporting

Clinical information about V92 ICD 10 code

People drown when they get too much water in their lungs. You can drown in as little as an inch or two of water. Babies can drown in a sink or bathtub. Preschoolers are most likely to drown in a swimming pool. People who have seizure disorders are also at risk in the water. Drowning can happen quickly and silently.

Drowning precautions should include:

  • Fences around pools
  • Supervising children near any body of water, including tubs
  • Not swimming or boating when under the influence of alcohol or sedatives
  • Wearing life jackets when boating
  • Learning CPR
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