W12 ICD-10-CM Code: Fall on and from scaffolding
A clear reference for the official code description, hierarchy, and related coding information from the FY 2027 U.S. release.
Code definition
Official description
W12Fall on and from scaffolding
ICD-10-CM diagnosis code · United States clinical modification
Classification
Where W12 sits
- 1
Chapter 20
External causes of morbidity (V00-Y99)
- 2
Section
Accidents (V00-X58)
- 3
Category W12
Fall on and from scaffolding
- 4
Code W12
Fall on and from scaffolding
More specific choices
Codes under W12
W12 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 W12.
Code first
No “code first” instruction is listed for W12.
Use additional code
No “use additional code” instruction is listed for W12.
Excludes1
Conditions that should not be reported together with this code.
No Excludes1 note is listed for W12.
Excludes2
Conditions not included here that may be reported separately when present.
No Excludes2 note is listed for W12.
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 W12 mean?
W12 is the FY 2027 U.S. ICD-10-CM code for “Fall on and from scaffolding.”
Is W12 a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code?
No. W12 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 W12 located in ICD-10-CM?
W12 is listed in Chapter 20, External causes of morbidity (V00-Y99), within Accidents (V00-X58) (V00–X58), under category W12, Fall on and from scaffolding.
What coding notes are listed for W12?
No inclusion terms are listed for W12 in this reference record. No code-first instruction is listed. No Excludes1 note is listed. No Excludes2 note is listed.
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