W03
Billable

Other fall on same level due to collision with another person

Billable / Specific Code

What is Other fall on same level due to collision with another person?

ICD-10-CM W03 is the diagnosis code for Other fall on same level due to collision with another person. This code falls under the section "Slipping, tripping, stumbling and falls" within Chapter 20 — External causes of morbidity (V00-Y99). It is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. Medical coders and healthcare providers use this code to document and classify diagnoses in electronic health records, insurance claims, and clinical databases.

💡 Inclusions
⛔ Excludes1

Coding Guidelines for W03

✅ This Code Includes

  • Fall due to non-transport collision with other person

⛔ Type 1 Excludes (Never code together)

The following conditions should never be coded at the same time as W03. They are mutually exclusive:

  • collision with another person without fall (W51)
  • crushed or pushed by a crowd or human stampede (W52)
  • fall involving pedestrian conveyance (V00-V09)
  • fall due to ice or snow (W00)
  • fall on same level NOS (W18.30)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where W03 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Current CodeW03 — Other fall on same level due to collision with another person
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is W03 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, W03 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does W03 mean?

W03 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Other fall on same level due to collision with another person". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What section is W03 in?

W03 is located in Section W00-W19 — "Slipping, tripping, stumbling and falls" within Chapter 20 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use W03?

Use W03 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Other fall on same level due to collision with another person" and the clinical documentation supports this level of specificity. Always verify with the latest ICD-10-CM guidelines and payer requirements.

People Also Ask

What is the ICD-10 code for Other fall on same level due to collision with another person?

The ICD-10-CM code for Other fall on same level due to collision with another person is W03.

Can W03 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, W03 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is W03 in?

W03 is in Chapter 20 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What conditions are excluded from W03?

Type 1 Excludes for W03 include: collision with another person without fall (W51); crushed or pushed by a crowd or human stampede (W52); fall involving pedestrian conveyance (V00-V09) and more.

Is W03 valid for 2026?

Yes, W03 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.

See Also

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Code Details
W03
Other fall on same level due to collision with another person
Billable / Specific Code
20 — External causes of morbidity (V00-Y99)
W00-W19 — Slipping, tripping, stumbling and falls
2026 ICD-10-CM