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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Dehiscence of Wound

ICD-10 Coding for Dehiscence of Wound

T81.31
T81.32

Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for icd-10 coding for dehiscence of wound includes clinical validation requirements, medical necessity guidelines, and coding policies.

Also Known as:
Wound Separation
Surgical Wound Dehiscence
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Dehiscence of Wound

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Dehiscence of Wound

Use ICD-10 code T81.31 for disruption of external operation wound, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Disruption of external operation wound

Non-Billable
T81.31
Non-Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Wound separation visible on examination

Applicable To

  • • External surgical wound dehiscence

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies 'external' and the anatomical site.

Disruption of internal operation wound

Non-Billable
T81.32
Non-Billable

Applicable To

  • • Internal surgical wound dehiscence

Important Notes

  • • Document the internal nature and specific anatomical site.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

T81.4

Infection following a procedure

Use if infection is present with the wound dehiscence.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for wound dehiscence?

The ICD-10 code for wound dehiscence is T81.3, with subcategories for external (T81.31) and internal (T81.32) wounds.

How do you document wound dehiscence?

Document wound dehiscence by specifying the location, depth, and any associated infection. Use anatomical terms and include imaging results if available.

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