X71.9XXD — Intentional self-harm by drowning and submersion, unspecified, subsequent encounter
Is X71.9XXD billable?
Yes, but X71.9XXD is an unspecified code. X71.9XXD is a valid, billable ICD-10-CM code for encounters from October 1, 2026 through September 30, 2027. However, X71.9XXD is an unspecified or catch-all code. Payers apply additional scrutiny to unspecified codes and many deny them when the medical record supports a more specific option, so check the documentation before selecting X71.9XXD — the more specific alternatives are listed below.
More specific alternatives
- X71.0XXDIntentional self-harm by drowning and submersion while in bathtub, subsequent encounter
- X71.1XXDIntentional self-harm by drowning and submersion while in swimming pool, subsequent encounter
- X71.2XXDIntentional self-harm by drowning and submersion after jump into swimming pool, subsequent encounter
- X71.3XXDIntentional self-harm by drowning and submersion in natural water, subsequent encounter
- X71.8XXDOther intentional self-harm by drowning and submersion, subsequent encounter
X71.9XXD at a glance
| Code | X71.9XXD |
|---|---|
| Description | Intentional self-harm by drowning and submersion, unspecified, subsequent encounter |
| Billable | Yes |
| Code set | ICD-10-CM FY2027 |
| Valid for encounters | October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027 |
| 7th character "D" | subsequent encounter |
What does the 7th character "D" mean in X71.9XXD?
In X71.9XXD, the 7th character D means subsequent encounter. The 7th character is required for X71.9XXD to be a valid, complete code.
Same condition, different episode of care — switch the 7th character:
How is X71.9XXD listed in the External Cause Index?
The External Cause of Injuries Index lists these routes under X71.9, the nearest indexed parent of X71.9XXD. This is a separate index from the Alphabetic Index and is where external cause codes are looked up.
- Drowning › self-inflicted (accidental)
- Drowning › suicide (accidental)
- Suicide, suicidal › drowning (attempted) (by)
How long has X71.9XXD existed?
X71.9XXD has been in ICD-10-CM since at least FY2016, the earliest fiscal year on record here.
Derived from the official order files for FY2016–FY2026. FY2017 and FY2020 publish no order file, so those years are not covered.