W74

⚠ Non-billable (Header)

Unspecified cause of accidental drowning and submersion

External causes of morbidity (V00-Y99)

⚠️ This is a category header code — not billable. Use a more specific child code below.

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Also Known As

Drowning NOS

✓ No additional coding notes for W74

Child Codes (3)

W74.XXXAUnspecified cause of accidental drowning and submersion, initial encounter✓ Billable W74.XXXDUnspecified cause of accidental drowning and submersion, subsequent encounter✓ Billable W74.XXXSUnspecified cause of accidental drowning and submersion, sequela✓ Billable

Clinical Description

ICD-10-CM code W74 represents unspecified cause of accidental drowning and submersion. This code falls under the External causes of morbidity (V00-Y99) classification. It is a non-billable category header code. A more specific child code from the list below must be used for billing and reimbursement purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is ICD-10 code W74?

ICD-10-CM code W74 is "Unspecified cause of accidental drowning and submersion". It belongs to the category: External causes of morbidity (V00-Y99).

Is W74 a billable ICD-10 code?

No, W74 is a non-billable header code. A more specific child code must be used for billing.

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Code Information

CodeW74

BillableNo — Header code

CategoryExternal causes of morbidity (V00-Y99)

Excludes10 rule(s)

Excludes20 note(s)

Child codes3

Data Source

CMS ICD-10-CM 2026 Tabular List

Updated October 1, 2025 (FY2026)