W17.82
Billable

Fall from (out of) grocery cart

Billable / Specific Code

What is Fall from (out of) grocery cart?

ICD-10-CM W17.82 is the diagnosis code for Fall from (out of) grocery cart. 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

Coding Guidelines for W17.82

✅ This Code Includes

  • Fall due to grocery cart tipping over

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where W17.82 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is W17.82 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, W17.82 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does W17.82 mean?

W17.82 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Fall from (out of) grocery cart". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of W17.82?

The parent code of W17.82 is W17.8 ("Other fall from one level to another"). W17.82 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is W17.82 in?

W17.82 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 W17.82?

Use W17.82 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Fall from (out of) grocery cart" 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 Fall from (out of) grocery cart?

The ICD-10-CM code for Fall from (out of) grocery cart is W17.82.

Can W17.82 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, W17.82 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is W17.82 in?

W17.82 is in Chapter 20 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is W17.82 valid for 2026?

Yes, W17.82 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
W17.82
Fall from (out of) grocery cart
Billable / Specific Code
20 — External causes of morbidity (V00-Y99)
W00-W19 — Slipping, tripping, stumbling and falls
2026 ICD-10-CM