W12Header code — not billable

Fall on and from scaffolding

Chapter
20. External causes of morbidity
Category
W12
Effective date
October 1, 2026

Related codes in category W12

W12.XXXAFall on and from scaffolding, initial encounterYesW12.XXXDFall on and from scaffolding, subsequent encounterYesW12.XXXSFall on and from scaffolding, sequelaYes

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code W12?

W12 is an ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for Fall on and from scaffolding.

Is W12 a billable code?

No. W12 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 W12 in?

W12 falls under Chapter 20: External causes of morbidity.

When did W12 become effective?

W12 has been effective since October 1, 2026, per the CMS/CDC ICD-10-CM annual release.

What other codes are related to W12?

W12 belongs to category W12, which includes 3 other codes — see the related codes list on this page.

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