W13
Non-billableFall from, out of or through building or structure
Fall from, out of or through building or structure
This is a header/category code. For billing purposes, use a more specific child code from the list below.
Coding Notes
Excludes 1
Codes that cannot be used together with this code (mutual exclusion)
Excludes 2
Conditions not included here, but the patient may have both
7th Character Definitions
- A - initial encounter
- D - subsequent encounter
- S - sequela
Child Codes (7)
W13.0Fall from, out of or through balcony
W13.1Fall from, out of or through bridge
W13.2Fall from, out of or through roof
W13.3Fall through floor
W13.4Fall from, out of or through window
W13.8Fall from, out of or through other building or structure
W13.9Fall from, out of or through building, not otherwise spcf
ICD-11 Equivalents(1)
ICD-11 Equivalents
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Also Known As / Clinical Terms(3)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ICD-10 code for fall from, out of or through building or structure?
The ICD-10-CM code for fall from, out of or through building or structure is W13. The full clinical description is "Fall from, out of or through building or structure". W13 is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code for billing purposes.
What does ICD-10 code W13 mean?
ICD-10-CM code W13 represents “Fall from, out of or through building or structure”. It is classified under Chapter 21: External Causes of Morbidity and is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code for billing purposes.
Is W13 a billable code?
No, W13 is a non-billable header code. You need to use one of its more specific child codes for billing. There are 7 child codes under W13.
What chapter is W13 in?
W13 is in Chapter 21: External Causes of Morbidity (codes V00-Y99).
What codes cannot be used with W13?
W13 has Excludes1 notes indicating codes that cannot be used together with it, including: assault involving a fall (Y01-Y02); fall from animal (V80.-); fall (in) (from) machinery (in operation) (W28-W31); and 2 more.
What are the subcategories under W13?
W13 has 7 child codes, including: W13.0 (Fall from, out of or through balcony), W13.1 (Fall from, out of or through bridge), W13.2 (Fall from, out of or through roof), W13.3 (Fall through floor), and 3 more.
What are the UMLS CUIs for W13?
W13 is linked to 1 UMLS Concept Unique Identifier: C0337213. The UMLS (Unified Medical Language System) integrates multiple biomedical vocabularies maintained by the U.S. National Library of Medicine.
How does W13 relate to ICF functioning codes?
ICF (International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health) codes describe how conditions like fall from, out of or through building or structure affect a person's functioning — body functions, activities, participation, and environmental factors. AutoICD provides ICF Core Sets for 12+ conditions and can map clinical text to ICF categories automatically. Browse the ICF directory to explore functioning codes.
What is the ICD-11 equivalent of W13?
W13 maps to the ICD-11 code: PA61 (Unintentional fall from a height of 1 metre or more).
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