2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code W06Fall from bed

ICD-10-CM Codes›V01–Y99›W00-W19›W06

ICD-10-CM W06
CMSSource: CMS FY 2026 ICD-10-CM dataset · Effective Oct 1, 2025 – Sep 30, 2026

W06 is a non-billable ICD-10-CM category code for fall from bed, so it cannot be submitted on claims. Use a more specific code from this category instead, such as W06.XXXA, W06.XXXD, and W06.XXXS.

Code Identity

ICD-10-CM Code
W06
Billable Status
No — Non-Billable Category
Code Describes
Fall from bed
Short Description
Fall from bed
Same as the full description in the CMS dataset.
Chapter
W00-W19
Slipping, tripping, stumbling and falls

Code Classification

ChapterV01–Y99External causes of morbidity and mortality
SectionW00-W19Slipping, tripping, stumbling and falls
CategoryW06Fall from bed
This CodeW06Fall from bed

Tabular List NotesGuidance

Coding notes and annotation back-references applicable to this code.

7th Character Note

  • The appropriate 7th character is to be added to code W06

7th Character

  • A - initial encounter
  • D - subsequent encounter
  • S - sequela

Patient EducationClinical

Falls

Falls can be dangerous at any age. Babies and young children can get hurt falling off furniture or down the stairs. Older children may fall off playground equipment. For older adults, falls can be especially serious. They are at higher risk of falling.

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Code HistoryHistory

FY 2016AddedAdded to the ICD-10-CM code setEffective October 1, 2015, the first year of ICD-10-CM.
FY 2017–2025No changes
FY 2026CurrentCurrent code set, no changesEffective October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026.

Questions About W06Overview

Is W06 (Fall from bed) a billable code?

No. This is a category header that groups the codes for fall from bed, and headers cannot be submitted on claims. Claims for fall from bed need a more specific code from this category, such as W06.XXXA, W06.XXXD, and W06.XXXS.