W19Header code — not billable
Unspecified fall
- Chapter
- 20. External causes of morbidity
- Category
- W19
- Effective date
- October 1, 2026
Related codes in category W19
Frequently asked questions
What is ICD-10 code W19?
W19 is an ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for Unspecified fall.
Is W19 a billable code?
No. W19 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 W19 in?
W19 falls under Chapter 20: External causes of morbidity.
When did W19 become effective?
W19 has been effective since October 1, 2026, per the CMS/CDC ICD-10-CM annual release.
What other codes are related to W19?
W19 belongs to category W19, which includes 3 other codes — see the related codes list on this page.
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