H59.1
Non-Billable

Intraoperative hemorrhage and hematoma of eye and adnexa complicating a procedure

Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code

What is Intraoperative hemorrhage and hematoma of eye and adnexa complicating a procedure?

ICD-10-CM H59.1 is the diagnosis code for Intraoperative hemorrhage and hematoma of eye and adnexa complicating a procedure. This code falls under the section "Intraoperative and postprocedural complications and disorders of eye and adnexa, not elsewhere classified" within Chapter 7 — Diseases of the eye and adnexa (H00-H59). It is a non-billable/non-specific ICD-10-CM code that should not be used for reimbursement. A more specific sub-code is required for billing. Medical coders and healthcare providers use this code to document and classify diagnoses in electronic health records, insurance claims, and clinical databases.

⛔ Excludes1

Coding Guidelines for H59.1

⛔ Type 1 Excludes (Never code together)

The following conditions should never be coded at the same time as H59.1. They are mutually exclusive:

  • intraoperative hemorrhage and hematoma of eye and adnexa due to accidental puncture or laceration during a procedure (H59.2-)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where H59.1 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Sub-Codes 2 entries
H59.11Intraoperative hemorrhage and hematoma of eye and adnexa complicating an ophthalmic procedureNon-BillableH59.111Intraoperative hemorrhage and hematoma of right eye and adnexa complicating an ophthalmic procedureBillableH59.112Intraoperative hemorrhage and hematoma of left eye and adnexa complicating an ophthalmic procedureBillableH59.113Intraoperative hemorrhage and hematoma of eye and adnexa complicating an ophthalmic procedure, bilateralBillableH59.119Intraoperative hemorrhage and hematoma of unspecified eye and adnexa complicating an ophthalmic procedureBillableH59.12Intraoperative hemorrhage and hematoma of eye and adnexa complicating other procedureNon-BillableH59.121Intraoperative hemorrhage and hematoma of right eye and adnexa complicating other procedureBillableH59.122Intraoperative hemorrhage and hematoma of left eye and adnexa complicating other procedureBillableH59.123Intraoperative hemorrhage and hematoma of eye and adnexa complicating other procedure, bilateralBillableH59.129Intraoperative hemorrhage and hematoma of unspecified eye and adnexa complicating other procedureBillable
Related Codes

Frequently Asked Questions

Is H59.1 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

No, H59.1 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.

What does H59.1 mean?

H59.1 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Intraoperative hemorrhage and hematoma of eye and adnexa complicating a procedure". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of H59.1?

The parent code of H59.1 is H59 ("Intraoperative and postprocedural complications and disorders of eye and adnexa, not elsewhere classified"). H59.1 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is H59.1 in?

H59.1 is located in Section H59 — "Intraoperative and postprocedural complications and disorders of eye and adnexa, not elsewhere classified" within Chapter 7 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What are the sub-codes of H59.1?

H59.1 has 2 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: H59.11, H59.12.

When should I use H59.1?

Use H59.1 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Intraoperative hemorrhage and hematoma of eye and adnexa complicating a procedure" and the clinical documentation supports this level of specificity. Always verify with the latest ICD-10-CM guidelines and payer requirements.

People Also Ask

What is the ICD-10 code for Intraoperative hemorrhage and hematoma of eye and adnexa complicating a procedure?

The ICD-10-CM code for Intraoperative hemorrhage and hematoma of eye and adnexa complicating a procedure is H59.1.

Can H59.1 be used for primary diagnosis?

No, H59.1 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.

What chapter is H59.1 in?

H59.1 is in Chapter 7 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What conditions are excluded from H59.1?

Type 1 Excludes for H59.1 include: intraoperative hemorrhage and hematoma of eye and adnexa due to accidental puncture or laceration during a procedure (H59.2-).

Is H59.1 valid for 2026?

Yes, H59.1 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.

See Also

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Code Details
H59.1
Intraoperative hemorrhage and hematoma of eye and adnexa complicating a procedure
Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
7 — Diseases of the eye and adnexa (H00-H59)
H59 — Intraoperative and postprocedural complications and disorders of eye and adnexa, not elsewhere classified
2026 ICD-10-CM