W17

Non-billable

Other fall from one level to another

W17 is the ICD-10-CM code for Other fall from one level to another. It is a non-billable category code — use a more specific child code such as W17.0 for billing.

Status
Header (non-billable)
Chapter
V00-Y99
Subcodes
6
Edition
FY2026

V00-Y99 External causes of morbidity

What this means — in plain language

MedlinePlus · NIH

Falls can be dangerous at any age. Babies and young children can get hurt falling off furniture or down the stairs. Older children may fall off playground equipment. For older adults, falls can be especially serious. They are at higher risk of falling. They are also more likely to fracture (break) a bone when they fall, especially if they have osteoporosis . A broken bone, especially when it is in a hip , may even…

Read more about Falls at MedlinePlus ↗

Source: U.S. National Library of Medicine (MedlinePlus). Informational only — not medical advice.

No additional coding notes for this code.

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code W17?
W17 is the ICD-10-CM code for "Other fall from one level to another". It falls under V00-Y99 External causes of morbidity.
Is W17 a billable code?
No — W17 is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code (such as W17.0) for billing.
What are the subcodes of W17?
W17 has 6 more specific child codes, including W17.0, W17.1, W17.2.

Source: CMS ICD-10-CM FY2026. For informational purposes only — not medical advice. See our medical disclaimer.

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