Fall into empty swimming pool, sequela
Billable / specificPOA exempt
W17.3XXS is a billable, specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes in FY2027.
Inclusion terms
Includes (from W17)
- Note: This chapter permits the classification of environmental events and circumstances as the cause of injury, and other adverse effects. Where a code from this section is applicable, it is intended that it shall be used secondary to a code from another chapter of the Classification indicating the nature of the condition. Most often, the condition will be classifiable to Chapter 19, Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes (S00-T88). Other conditions that may be stated to be due to external causes are classified in Chapters I to XVIII. For these conditions, codes from Chapter 20 should be used to provide additional information as to the cause of the condition.
Excludes1
Not coded here — never report together with this code.
- fall into filled swimming pool (W16.0-) (from W17.3)
- assault involving a fall (Y01-Y02) (from W17)
- fall from animal (V80.-) (from W17)
- fall (in) (from) machinery (in operation) (W28-W31) (from W17)
- fall (in) (from) transport vehicle (V01-V99) (from W17)
- intentional self-harm involving a fall (X80-X81) (from W17)
Excludes2
Not included here — may be reported together when both conditions exist.
7th character
The 7th character values that apply to this code (defined at W17). Use the placeholder "X" for missing positions.
| Character | Meaning |
|---|---|
| A | initial encounter |
| D | subsequent encounter |
| S | sequela |
Parent code
- W17.3Fall into empty swimming poolNeeds 7th char