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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Post-Surgery Complications

ICD-10 Coding for Post-Surgery Complications

T81.89
K56.0

Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for icd-10 coding for post-surgery complications includes clinical validation requirements, medical necessity guidelines, and coding policies.

Also Known as:
Postoperative Complications
Post-Surgical Issues
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Post-Surgery Complications

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Post-Surgery Complications

Use ICD-10 code T81.89 for other complications of procedures, not elsewhere classified, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Other complications of procedures, not elsewhere classified

Non-Billable
T81.89
Non-Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Complication must be directly linked to the procedure performed.

Applicable To

  • • Complications not specified elsewhere

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies the nature of the complication.

Paralytic ileus

Billable Code
K56.0
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Documented evidence of bowel obstruction without mechanical cause

Applicable To

  • • Adynamic ileus

Important Notes

  • • Ensure clear documentation of non-mechanical obstruction.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

Z48.01

Encounter for change or removal of surgical wound dressing

Use for follow-up care involving wound dressing changes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for post-surgery complications?

ICD-10 codes for post-surgery complications include T81.89 for unspecified complications and specific codes like T81.4 for infections.

How do you code a postoperative ileus?

Postoperative ileus is coded as K56.0 if it persists beyond the expected recovery period, indicating a non-mechanical obstruction.

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