V90.81XA ICD 10 Code is a billable and specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis of Drowning and submersion due to other accident to passenger ship, initial encounter for reimbursement purposes. The 2023 edition of the American ICD-10-CM code became effective on October 1, 2022.
Short description for V90.81XA ICD 10 code:
Drown due to oth accident to passenger ship, init
Present On Admission (POA Exempt)
V90.81XA ICD 10 code is considered exempt from POA reporting
Clinical information about V90.81XA 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