Y21.8XXS is the authoritative medical code for Other drowning and submersion, undetermined intent, sequela. This classification is used in medical billing and clinical recording to specify the clinical criteria for other drowning and submersion, undetermined intent, sequela (ICD-10-CM Y21.8XXS), ensuring healthcare documentation aligns with 2026 federal coding standards.
Billing Status: YES. This is a valid, specific, and billable ICD-10-CM reference.
Official Registry Overview & Definition
Other drowning and submersion, undetermined intent, sequela is a billable ICD-10-CM diagnosis code Y21.8S. 7th character: The appropriate 7th character is to be added to each code from category Y21.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) & Clinical Guidance
Does Y21.8XXS require a 7th character?
Yes. The appropriate 7th character is to be added to each code from category Y21.
Nearest Codes in This Family
Official ICD-10-CM classifications closest to Y21.8XXS in its code family, with their registry titles.
- Y21 — Drowning and submersion, undetermined intent
- Y21-Y33 — Event of undetermined intent (Y21-Y33)
- Y21.0 — Drowning and submersion while in bathtub, undetermined intent
- Y21.0XXA — Drowning and submersion while in bathtub, undetermined intent, initial encounter
- Y21.0XXD — Drowning and submersion while in bathtub, undetermined intent, subsequent encounter
- Y21.0XXS — Drowning and submersion while in bathtub, undetermined intent, sequela
- Y21.1 — Drowning and submersion after fall into bathtub, undetermined intent
- Y21.1XXA — Drowning and submersion after fall into bathtub, undetermined intent, initial encounter
- Y21.1XXD — Drowning and submersion after fall into bathtub, undetermined intent, subsequent encounter
- Y21.1XXS — Drowning and submersion after fall into bathtub, undetermined intent, sequela
View all 29 codes in the Y21 family