2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code W12Fall on and from scaffolding
W12 is a non-billable ICD-10-CM category code for fall on and from scaffolding, so it cannot be submitted on claims. Use a more specific code from this category instead, such as W12.XXXA, W12.XXXD, and W12.XXXS.
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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 W12
7th Character
- A - initial encounter
- D - subsequent encounter
- S - sequela
Certain ICD-10-CM categories have applicable 7th characters. The applicable 7th character is required for all codes within the category, or as the notes in the Tabular List instruct. The 7th character must always be the 7th character in the data field. If a code that requires a 7th character is not 6 characters, a placeholder X must be used to fill in the empty characters.
Indicates that a seventh character is to be assigned to codes in a subcategory.
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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Questions About W12Overview
Is W12 (Fall on and from scaffolding) a billable code?
No. This is a category header that groups the codes for fall on and from scaffolding, and headers cannot be submitted on claims. Claims for fall on and from scaffolding need a more specific code from this category, such as W12.XXXA, W12.XXXD, and W12.XXXS.
