ICD-10 Code W18.43XA - Slipping, tripping and stumbling without falling due to stepping from one level to another, initial encounter

ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code W18.43XA

Diagnosis Code: W18.43XA (Raw: W1843XA)

Description: Slipping, tripping and stumbling without falling due to stepping from one level to another, initial encounter

Classification: International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision, Clinical Modification (ICD-10-CM)

Fiscal Year: 2026

CMS Section 111 Status: Valid for reporting (Excluded from No-Fault liability reporting).

Overview & Clinical Details

ICD-10-CM code W18.43XA is designated for Slipping, tripping and stumbling without falling due to stepping from one level to another, initial encounter. In medical documentation and insurance billing, this code is utilized to specify medical diagnosis for patient records, reimbursement workflows, and compliance under CMS Section 111 mandatory insurer reporting guidelines.