Fall from non-moving wheelchair, nonmotorized scooter and motorized mobility scooter
Chapter 20:External causes of morbidity
ICD-10 W05 is a used to indicate a diagnosis of fall from non-moving wheelchair, nonmotorized scooter and motorized mobility scooter.
The ICD-10 Level 1 Category code W05 pertains to falls from non-moving wheelchairs, nonmotorized scooters, and motorized mobility scooters. This category covers incidents where individuals using these mobility aids experience a fall, which may lead to various injuries, including fractures, contusions, or head trauma. Understanding the circumstances surrounding these falls is crucial for healthcare providers, as it helps in assessing the patient's condition and determining appropriate treatment plans. This code is particularly relevant for elderly patients or those with mobility impairments, who may be at higher risk for falls due to decreased balance or strength.
Standard ICD-10-CM documentation requirements apply
Various clinical presentations within this specialty area
Follow specialty-specific billing guidelines
Standard ICD-10-CM documentation requirements apply
Various clinical presentations within this specialty area
Follow specialty-specific billing guidelines
W05 includes falls that occur while using non-moving wheelchairs, nonmotorized scooters, and motorized mobility scooters, specifically when these devices are stationary.
W05 codes should be used when documenting a fall incident involving the specified mobility aids, particularly when the fall results in injury or requires medical attention.
Documentation should include details of the fall incident, the type of mobility aid involved, any injuries sustained, and the circumstances leading to the fall.
