2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code W07Fall from chair

ICD-10-CM Codes›V01–Y99›W00-W19›W07

ICD-10-CM W07
CMSSource: CMS FY 2026 ICD-10-CM dataset · Effective Oct 1, 2025 – Sep 30, 2026

W07 is a non-billable ICD-10-CM category code for fall from chair, so it cannot be submitted on claims. Use a more specific code from this category instead, such as W07.XXXA, W07.XXXD, and W07.XXXS.

Code Identity

ICD-10-CM Code
W07
Billable Status
No — Non-Billable Category
Code Describes
Fall from chair
Short Description
Fall from chair
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
CategoryW07Fall from chair
This CodeW07Fall from chair

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 W07

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 W07Overview

Is W07 (Fall from chair) a billable code?

No. This is a category header that groups the codes for fall from chair, and headers cannot be submitted on claims. Claims for fall from chair need a more specific code from this category, such as W07.XXXA, W07.XXXD, and W07.XXXS.