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

ICD-10 Coding for Post-Surgical Complications

T81.89
K56.0

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

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

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Post-Surgical 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 related to the surgical procedure.

Applicable To

  • • Complications not specified elsewhere

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation clearly states the complication and its direct link to the procedure.

Paralytic ileus

Billable Code
K56.0
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Radiological evidence of ileus
  • • Clinical symptoms such as abdominal distension and absence of bowel sounds

Applicable To

  • • Postoperative ileus

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies the duration and treatment of ileus.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

B95.6

Staphylococcus aureus as the cause of diseases classified elsewhere

Use to identify the causative organism in post-surgical infections.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

The ICD-10 code for post-surgical complications is T81.89, used for complications not classified elsewhere.

When should K56.0 be used for post-surgical cases?

Use K56.0 for paralytic ileus when it persists beyond the expected postoperative period and requires intervention.

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