Question 1

Is W73 a billable ICD-10 code?

Accepted Answer

Yes, W73 is a valid billable ICD-10-CM code for other specified cause of accidental non-transport drowning and submersion. It can be used for medical billing and reimbursement purposes.

Question 2

What does ICD-10 code W73 mean?

Accepted Answer

ICD-10-CM code W73 represents Other specified cause of accidental non-transport drowning and submersion. This code is part of the International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision, Clinical Modification used for medical coding and billing in the United States.

Question 3

What is the parent category for ICD-10 code W73?

Accepted Answer

The parent category for W73 is section:W65-W74 (Accidental non-transport drowning and submersion (W65-W74)). This hierarchical classification helps organize related diagnoses for more accurate coding.

Question 4

What conditions are excluded from W73?

Accepted Answer

Code W73 has Type 1 Excludes (mutually exclusive conditions) including: accidental drowning and submersion due to fall into other water (W16.311, W16.321, W16.331). These conditions cannot be coded together with W73 as they represent different diagnoses.

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FAQ

Is W73 a billable ICD-10 code?

What does ICD-10 code W73 mean?

What is the parent category for ICD-10 code W73?

What conditions are excluded from W73?