2025 ICD-10-CM code W07.XXXD
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Fall from a chair, subsequent encounter.
Medical necessity for subsequent encounters is justified by the need for ongoing evaluation and management of injuries and/or complications resulting from the fall, such as pain management, physical therapy, rehabilitation, or monitoring for complications.
The clinical responsibility depends on the nature of the injury or condition resulting from the fall.It could involve various specialists such as orthopedists, neurologists, or general practitioners depending on the patient's symptoms and the severity of the injury.
In simple words: This code is used when someone has fallen from a chair and is now back at the doctor's office for another checkup related to the fall.
This ICD-10-CM code classifies a subsequent encounter for a fall from a chair.It indicates that the patient has experienced a fall from a chair on a prior occasion and is now being seen for a related condition or complication.This code is used in conjunction with codes from other chapters specifying the nature of the injury or condition resulting from the fall.
Example 1: A 70-year-old patient falls from a chair, resulting in a fractured hip.The initial encounter is coded W07.XXXA, followed by W07.XXXD for subsequent visits for fracture management., A patient experiences a fall from a chair, causing a mild concussion.W07.XXXD is used for subsequent appointments to monitor neurological symptoms., An elderly patient with a history of falls (W07.XXXD) is seen for a follow up visit to assess their risk for future falls and manage any existing medical conditions that contribute to falls such as medication side effects or muscle weakness.
Detailed documentation should include the date and time of the fall, the circumstances surrounding the fall, the patient's injuries and symptoms, treatment provided, and the date of the subsequent encounter. The documentation must clearly distinguish between the initial and subsequent visits related to the fall.
** This code is part of the ICD-10-CM classification system and is subject to updates and revisions.Always consult the latest version of the ICD-10-CM manual for the most current information.
- Payment Status: Active
- Specialties:Orthopedics, Neurology, Geriatrics, Emergency Medicine, Family Medicine
- Place of Service:Office, Emergency Room - Hospital, Inpatient Hospital, Skilled Nursing Facility, Home