W10.8XXA ICD-10-CM Code: Fall (on) (from) other stairs and steps, initial encounter
A clear reference for the official code description, hierarchy, and related coding information from the FY 2027 U.S. release.
Code definition
Official description
W10.8XXAFall (on) (from) other stairs and steps, initial encounter
ICD-10-CM diagnosis code · United States clinical modification
Classification
Where W10.8XXA sits
- 1
Chapter 20
External causes of morbidity (V00-Y99)
- 2
Section
Accidents (V00-X58)
- 3
Category W10
Fall on and from stairs and steps
- 4
Subcategory W10.8
Fall (on) (from) other stairs and steps
- 5
Code W10.8XXA
Fall (on) (from) other stairs and steps, initial encounter
Documentation details
Notes for this code
Inclusion terms
No inclusion terms are listed for W10.8XXA.
Code first
No “code first” instruction is listed for W10.8XXA.
Use additional code
No “use additional code” instruction is listed for W10.8XXA.
Excludes1
Conditions that should not be reported together with this code.
No Excludes1 note is listed for W10.8XXA.
Excludes2
Conditions not included here that may be reported separately when present.
No Excludes2 note is listed for W10.8XXA.
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.
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Frequently asked questions
What does ICD-10-CM code W10.8XXA mean?
W10.8XXA is the FY 2027 U.S. ICD-10-CM code for “Fall (on) (from) other stairs and steps, initial encounter.”
Is W10.8XXA a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code?
Yes. In the FY 2027 reference data used on this page, W10.8XXA has no child codes and is presented as a billable/specific code. Always confirm the active code set and payer requirements before use.
Where is W10.8XXA located in ICD-10-CM?
W10.8XXA is listed in Chapter 20, External causes of morbidity (V00-Y99), within Accidents (V00-X58) (V00–X58), under category W10, Fall on and from stairs and steps and subcategory W10.8, Fall (on) (from) other stairs and steps.
What coding notes are listed for W10.8XXA?
No inclusion terms are listed for W10.8XXA in this reference record. No code-first instruction is listed. No Excludes1 note is listed. No Excludes2 note is listed.
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