W04Header code — not billable

Fall while being carried or supported by other persons

Chapter
20. External causes of morbidity
Category
W04
Effective date
October 1, 2026

Related codes in category W04

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code W04?

W04 is an ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for Fall while being carried or supported by other persons.

Is W04 a billable code?

No. W04 is a category/header code, not billable on its own — use one of its more specific child codes instead.

What ICD-10-CM chapter is W04 in?

W04 falls under Chapter 20: External causes of morbidity.

When did W04 become effective?

W04 has been effective since October 1, 2026, per the CMS/CDC ICD-10-CM annual release.

What other codes are related to W04?

W04 belongs to category W04, which includes 3 other codes — see the related codes list on this page.

ICD-10-CM data maintained by CDC/CMS (public domain). Always verify codes with authoritative sources before making coding or billing decisions.