ICD-10-CM W13: Fall from, out of or through building or structure

ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)

Official Description for W13

Fall from, out of or through building or structure

Coding Notes & Guidelines for W13

Excludes1: Not Coded Here
  • collapse of a building or structure (W20.-)
  • fall or jump from burning building or structure (X00.-)
Excludes2: Not Included Here

fall with subsequent striking against sharp glass (W01.110-)

Inclusion Terms

Fall from, out of or through railing

Inclusion Terms
  • Fall from, out of or through viaduct
  • Fall from, out of or through wall
  • Fall from, out of or through flag-pole
7th Character Guidance

The appropriate 7th character is to be added to each code from category W13

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

Child Codes (More Specific Codes for W13):

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 W13.4 - Fall from, out of or through window W13.8 - Fall from, out of or through other building or structure W13.9 - Fall from, out of or through building, not otherwise specified

About ICD-10-CM Code W13 (Fall from)

ICD-10-CM code W13 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 W13 became effective on October 1, 2024.

This page provides detailed information about W13 - Fall from, out of or through building or structure. 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 from related to out of or through building or structure.