W05 ICD-10-CM Code: Fall from non-moving wheelchair, nonmotorized scooter and motorized mobility scooter
A clear reference for the official code description, hierarchy, and related coding information from the FY 2027 U.S. release.
Code definition
Official description
W05Fall from non-moving wheelchair, nonmotorized scooter and motorized mobility scooter
ICD-10-CM diagnosis code · United States clinical modification
Classification
Where W05 sits
- 1
Chapter 20
External causes of morbidity (V00-Y99)
- 2
Section
Accidents (V00-X58)
- 3
Category W05
Fall from non-moving wheelchair, nonmotorized scooter and motorized mobility scooter
- 4
Code W05
Fall from non-moving wheelchair, nonmotorized scooter and motorized mobility scooter
More specific choices
Codes under W05
W05 is a non-billable category. Choose the child code that best matches the documented diagnosis.
Documentation details
Notes for this code
Inclusion terms
No inclusion terms are listed for W05.
Code first
No “code first” instruction is listed for W05.
Use additional code
No “use additional code” instruction is listed for W05.
Excludes1
Conditions that should not be reported together with this code.
- fall from moving wheelchair (powered) (V00.811)
- fall from moving motorized mobility scooter (V00.831)
- fall from nonmotorized scooter (V00.141)
Excludes2
Conditions not included here that may be reported separately when present.
No Excludes2 note is listed for W05.
Transparency
Source and release
This reference is generated from Vero’s ICD-10-CM description, hierarchy, and code-note dataset. The visible content and structured data share that source.
Review the CDC/NCHS ICD-10-CM sourceCode-specific guidance
Frequently asked questions
What does ICD-10-CM code W05 mean?
W05 is the FY 2027 U.S. ICD-10-CM code for “Fall from non-moving wheelchair, nonmotorized scooter and motorized mobility scooter.”
Is W05 a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code?
No. W05 has more specific child codes in the FY 2027 reference data. Select the code that matches the documentation and confirm the active code set and payer requirements.
Where is W05 located in ICD-10-CM?
W05 is listed in Chapter 20, External causes of morbidity (V00-Y99), within Accidents (V00-X58) (V00–X58), under category W05, Fall from non-moving wheelchair, nonmotorized scooter and motorized mobility scooter.
What coding notes are listed for W05?
No inclusion terms are listed for W05 in this reference record. No code-first instruction is listed. Excludes1 notes: fall from moving wheelchair (powered) (V00.811); fall from moving motorized mobility scooter (V00.831); fall from nonmotorized scooter (V00.141). No Excludes2 note is listed.
Ready to transform your clinical documentation?
Join Vero and see how effortless documentation can be.
No credit card required
Cancel anytime