L76
Non-Billable

Intraoperative and postprocedural complications of skin and subcutaneous tissue

Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code

What is Intraoperative and postprocedural complications of skin and subcutaneous tissue?

ICD-10-CM L76 is the diagnosis code for Intraoperative and postprocedural complications of skin and subcutaneous tissue. This code falls under the section "Intraoperative and postprocedural complications of skin and subcutaneous tissue" within Chapter 12 — Diseases of the skin and subcutaneous tissue (L00-L99). 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.

Coding Guidelines for L76

Always refer to the official ICD-10-CM Tabular List for complete coding guidelines. Ensure documentation supports the specificity of the code selected. When in doubt, consult a certified medical coder or the latest CMS guidelines.

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where L76 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Current CodeL76 — Intraoperative and postprocedural complications of skin and subcutaneous tissue
Sub-Codes 5 entries
L76.0Intraoperative hemorrhage and hematoma of skin and subcutaneous tissue complicating a procedureNon-BillableL76.01Intraoperative hemorrhage and hematoma of skin and subcutaneous tissue complicating a dermatologic procedureBillableL76.02Intraoperative hemorrhage and hematoma of skin and subcutaneous tissue complicating other procedureBillableL76.1Accidental puncture and laceration of skin and subcutaneous tissue during a procedureNon-BillableL76.11Accidental puncture and laceration of skin and subcutaneous tissue during a dermatologic procedureBillableL76.12Accidental puncture and laceration of skin and subcutaneous tissue during other procedureBillableL76.2Postprocedural hemorrhage of skin and subcutaneous tissue following a procedureNon-BillableL76.21Postprocedural hemorrhage of skin and subcutaneous tissue following a dermatologic procedureBillableL76.22Postprocedural hemorrhage of skin and subcutaneous tissue following other procedureBillableL76.3Postprocedural hematoma and seroma of skin and subcutaneous tissue following a procedureNon-BillableL76.31Postprocedural hematoma of skin and subcutaneous tissue following a dermatologic procedureBillableL76.32Postprocedural hematoma of skin and subcutaneous tissue following other procedureBillableL76.33Postprocedural seroma of skin and subcutaneous tissue following a dermatologic procedureBillableL76.34Postprocedural seroma of skin and subcutaneous tissue following other procedureBillableL76.8Other intraoperative and postprocedural complications of skin and subcutaneous tissueNon-BillableL76.81Other intraoperative complications of skin and subcutaneous tissueBillableL76.82Other postprocedural complications of skin and subcutaneous tissueBillable
Related Codes

Frequently Asked Questions

Is L76 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

No, L76 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.

What does L76 mean?

L76 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Intraoperative and postprocedural complications of skin and subcutaneous tissue". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What section is L76 in?

L76 is located in Section L76 — "Intraoperative and postprocedural complications of skin and subcutaneous tissue" within Chapter 12 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What are the sub-codes of L76?

L76 has 5 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: L76.0, L76.1, L76.2, L76.3, L76.8.

When should I use L76?

Use L76 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Intraoperative and postprocedural complications of skin and subcutaneous tissue" 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 and postprocedural complications of skin and subcutaneous tissue?

The ICD-10-CM code for Intraoperative and postprocedural complications of skin and subcutaneous tissue is L76.

Can L76 be used for primary diagnosis?

No, L76 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.

What chapter is L76 in?

L76 is in Chapter 12 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is L76 valid for 2026?

Yes, L76 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
L76
Intraoperative and postprocedural complications of skin and subcutaneous tissue
Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
12 — Diseases of the skin and subcutaneous tissue (L00-L99)
L76 — Intraoperative and postprocedural complications of skin and subcutaneous tissue
2026 ICD-10-CM