Question 1

Is W10 a billable ICD-10 code?

Accepted Answer

No, W10 is not a billable code. It is a category code that requires additional specificity. You must select a more specific code from the subcategories for billing purposes.

Question 2

What does ICD-10 code W10 mean?

Accepted Answer

ICD-10-CM code W10 represents Fall on and from stairs and steps. This code is part of the International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision, Clinical Modification used for medical coding and billing in the United States.

Question 3

When was ICD-10 code W10 introduced?

Accepted Answer

Code W10 has been part of ICD-10-CM since 2016, when the coding system was mandated for use in the United States. This code was included in the original US implementation.

Question 4

What is the parent category for ICD-10 code W10?

Accepted Answer

The parent category for W10 is section:W00-W19 (Slipping, tripping, stumbling and falls (W00-W19)). This hierarchical classification helps organize related diagnoses for more accurate coding.

Question 5

What conditions are excluded from W10?

Accepted Answer

Code W10 has Type 1 Excludes (mutually exclusive conditions) including: Fall from stairs and steps due to ice and snow (W00.1). These conditions cannot be coded together with W10 as they represent different diagnoses.

Question 6

Does W10 require a 7th character extension?

Accepted Answer

Yes, W10 requires a 7th character to specify the encounter type. Available extensions include: A (initial encounter), D (subsequent encounter), S (sequela). Use "X" as a placeholder to fill empty positions before the 7th character (e.g., W10XXA for initial encounter). The extension indicates whether this is an initial visit, follow-up, or treatment for a late effect.

W102026

Excludes16Not coded together

Excludes23Not included here

Notes1Additional information

7th Character Extensions3Encounter type specifiers