Category W20

Struck by thrown, projected or falling object

Clinical Classification Guidelines

Code First

  • any associated:
  • cataclysm (X34-X39)
  • lightning strike (T75.00)

7th Character Requirement

  • The appropriate 7th character is to be added to each code from category W20

Specific Diagnosis Codes

Struck by falling object in cave-in
W20.0
Struck by object due to collapse of building
W20.1
Other cause of strike by thrown, projected or falling object
W20.8