W10.9XXABillable
Fall (on) (from) unspecified stairs and steps, initial encounter
Short description: Fall (on) (from) unspecified stairs and steps, init encntr
- Chapter
- 20. External causes of morbidity
- Category
- W10
- Effective date
- October 1, 2026
Related codes in category W10
W10Fall on and from stairs and stepsW10.0Fall (on)(from) escalatorW10.0XXAFall (on)(from) escalator, initial encounterYesW10.0XXDFall (on)(from) escalator, subsequent encounterYesW10.0XXSFall (on)(from) escalator, sequelaYesW10.1Fall (on)(from) sidewalk curbW10.1XXAFall (on)(from) sidewalk curb, initial encounterYesW10.1XXDFall (on)(from) sidewalk curb, subsequent encounterYesW10.1XXSFall (on)(from) sidewalk curb, sequelaYesW10.2Fall (on)(from) inclineW10.2XXAFall (on)(from) incline, initial encounterYesW10.2XXDFall (on)(from) incline, subsequent encounterYes
Frequently asked questions
What is ICD-10 code W10.9XXA?
W10.9XXA is an ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for Fall (on) (from) unspecified stairs and steps, initial encounter.
Is W10.9XXA a billable code?
Yes. W10.9XXA is billable and specific enough to be used on a claim.
What ICD-10-CM chapter is W10.9XXA in?
W10.9XXA falls under Chapter 20: External causes of morbidity.
When did W10.9XXA become effective?
W10.9XXA has been effective since October 1, 2026, per the CMS/CDC ICD-10-CM annual release.
What other codes are related to W10.9XXA?
W10.9XXA belongs to category W10, which includes 12 other codes — see the related codes list on this page.
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