ICD-9 Code E984 - Submersion (drowning), undetermined whether accidentally or purposely inflicted

ICD-9-CM Diagnosis Code E984

Diagnosis Code: E984 (Raw: E984)

Description: Submersion (drowning), undetermined whether accidentally or purposely inflicted

Classification: International Classification of Diseases, Ninth Revision, Clinical Modification (ICD-9-CM)

Fiscal Year: 2026 Reference

CMS Section 111 Status: Valid for reporting.

Overview & Historical Usage

ICD-9-CM code E984 is designated for Submersion (drowning), undetermined whether accidentally or purposely inflicted. While superseded by ICD-10 for current healthcare encounters, it remains a recognized reference code for CMS Section 111 reporting, legacy claims adjudication, and historical clinical data analysis.