ICD-10-CM W01: Fall on same level from slipping, tripping and stumbling

ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)

Official Description for W01

Fall on same level from slipping, tripping and stumbling

Coding Notes & Guidelines for W01

Includes Notes

fall on moving sidewalk

Excludes1: Not Coded Here
  • fall due to bumping (striking) against object (W18.0-)
  • fall in shower or bathtub (W18.2-)
  • fall on same level NOS (W18.30)
  • fall on same level from slipping, tripping and stumbling due to ice or snow (W00.0)
  • fall off or from toilet (W18.1-)
  • slipping, tripping and stumbling NOS (W18.40)
  • slipping, tripping and stumbling without falling (W18.4-)
Inclusion Terms

Falling over animal

7th Character Guidance

The appropriate 7th character is to be added to each code from category W01

7th Character Definitions
  • A: initial encounter
  • D: subsequent encounter
  • S: sequela

Child Codes (More Specific Codes for W01):

W01.0 - Fall on same level from slipping, tripping and stumbling without subsequent striking against object W01.1 - Fall on same level from slipping, tripping and stumbling with subsequent striking against object W01.10 - Fall on same level from slipping, tripping and stumbling with subsequent striking against unspecified object W01.11 - Fall on same level from slipping, tripping and stumbling with subsequent striking against sharp object W01.110 - Fall on same level from slipping, tripping and stumbling with subsequent striking against sharp glass W01.111 - Fall on same level from slipping, tripping and stumbling with subsequent striking against power tool or machine W01.118 - Fall on same level from slipping, tripping and stumbling with subsequent striking against other sharp object W01.119 - Fall on same level from slipping, tripping and stumbling with subsequent striking against unspecified sharp object W01.19 - Fall on same level from slipping, tripping and stumbling with subsequent striking against other object W01.190 - Fall on same level from slipping, tripping and stumbling with subsequent striking against furniture W01.198 - Fall on same level from slipping, tripping and stumbling with subsequent striking against other object

About ICD-10-CM Code W01 (Fall on same level from slipping)

ICD-10-CM code W01 is a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. The 2025 edition of ICD-10-CM W01 became effective on October 1, 2024.

This page provides detailed information about W01 - Fall on same level from slipping, tripping and stumbling. It includes common terminology, coding guidelines such as "Includes," "Excludes1," and "Excludes2" notes, and information on required 7th characters. Utilizing this information correctly is essential for accurate medical coding and claims submission for conditions like Fall on same level from slipping related to tripping and stumbling.