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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Fall from Bed

ICD-10 Coding for Fall from Bed

W06.0xxA
S72.002A

Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for icd-10 coding for fall from bed includes clinical validation requirements, medical necessity guidelines, and coding policies.

Also Known as:
Bed Fall
Accidental Bed Fall
fall out bed
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Fall from Bed

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Fall from Bed

Use ICD-10 code W06.0xxA for fall from bed, initial encounter, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Fall from bed, initial encounter

Billable Code
W06.0xxA
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

documentation_criteria:
  • • Explicit mention of 'fall from bed' in the patient's record
applicable_to:
  • • Unintentional fall from bed
excludes:
  • • Falls from other furniture (W07.0)
validation:
  • • Documentation of the fall mechanism as 'from bed'
  • • Details of the bed type and circumstances
notes:
  • • Ensure the fall is specifically documented as from a bed to use this code.
risks:
  • • Incorrectly coding as a general fall (W19) without specific documentation

Fracture of left femoral neck, initial encounter

Billable Code
S72.002A
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

applicable_to:
  • • Fracture resulting from fall
validation:
  • • Radiological confirmation of fracture
  • • Clinical examination notes
notes:
  • • Ensure the fracture is directly linked to the fall from bed in documentation.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

Z91.81

History of falling

Use as a secondary code if the patient has a history of falls contributing to the risk.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for fall from bed?

The ICD-10 code for a fall from bed is W06.0xxA, used for initial encounters. It requires documentation of the fall mechanism and any resulting injuries.

How should falls from bed be documented?

Document the fall mechanism, bed type, and any safety features. Include injury details and contributing factors to ensure accurate coding.

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