Fall from, out of or through oth building or structure, init

This code describes an injury resulting from a fall from, out of, or through a building or structure not otherwise specified. This includes falls from elevated surfaces within or on a building, or through openings in a structure, leading to an initial presentation for care.

Apply this code when a patient presents with an injury sustained from an accidental fall from a non-specific building component (e.g., a roof, scaffolding, or through a skylight) or a general structure. This code is appropriate for the initial encounter for treatment of the resulting injury.

• Ensure the documentation clearly indicates the fall was from a building or structure, and not a fall on the same level or from a different type of object.
• This code requires a 7th character for the encounter; 'A' denotes the initial encounter for treatment.
• Always code the specific injury sustained from the fall in addition to this external cause code.