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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Multiple Falls

ICD-10 Coding for Multiple Falls

R29.6
Z91.81

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

Also Known as:
Repeated Falls
Frequent Falls
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Multiple Falls

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Multiple Falls

Use ICD-10 code R29.6 for repeated falls, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Repeated falls

Billable Code
R29.6
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Patient has experienced two or more falls in a recent timeframe.
coding:
  • • Ensure R29.6 is not used as a standalone primary diagnosis.

Applicable To

  • • Recurrent falls

Important Notes

  • • R29.6 should be used in conjunction with other codes to provide a complete picture of the patient's condition.

History of falling

Billable Code
Z91.81
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Documented history of falls without recent episodes
  • • Risk assessment for future falls

Applicable To

  • • Past falls without current episodes

Important Notes

  • • Z91.81 is useful for documenting fall risk in preventive care settings.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

W00-W19

External causes of falls

Use to specify the cause of the fall, such as slipping or tripping.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for multiple falls?

The ICD-10 code for multiple falls is R29.6, which is used for documenting repeated falls without acute injury.

Can R29.6 be used as a primary diagnosis?

No, R29.6 should not be used as a primary diagnosis. It is an ancillary code and should be used with injury or external cause codes.

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