T81.328
Billable

Disruption or dehiscence of closure of other specified internal operation (surgical) wound

Billable / Specific Code

What is Disruption or dehiscence of closure of other specified internal operation (surgical) wound?

ICD-10-CM T81.328 is the diagnosis code for Disruption or dehiscence of closure of other specified internal operation (surgical) wound. This code falls under the section "Complications of surgical and medical care, not elsewhere classified" within Chapter 19 — Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes (S00-T88). It is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. Medical coders and healthcare providers use this code to document and classify diagnoses in electronic health records, insurance claims, and clinical databases.

💡 Inclusions

Coding Guidelines for T81.328

✅ This Code Includes

  • Disruption or dehiscence of closure of muscle or muscle flap (other than abdominal wall muscle)
  • Disruption or dehiscence of closure of ribs or rib cage
  • Disruption or dehiscence of closure of skull or craniotomy
  • Disruption or dehiscence of closure of sternum or sternotomy
  • Disruption or dehiscence of closure of tendon or ligament
  • Disruption or dehiscence of closure of superficial or muscular fascia (other than abdominal wall fascia)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where T81.328 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Related Codes

Frequently Asked Questions

Is T81.328 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, T81.328 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does T81.328 mean?

T81.328 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Disruption or dehiscence of closure of other specified internal operation (surgical) wound". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of T81.328?

The parent code of T81.328 is T81.32 ("Disruption of internal operation (surgical) wound, not elsewhere classified"). T81.328 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is T81.328 in?

T81.328 is located in Section T80-T88 — "Complications of surgical and medical care, not elsewhere classified" within Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use T81.328?

Use T81.328 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Disruption or dehiscence of closure of other specified internal operation (surgical) wound" 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 Disruption or dehiscence of closure of other specified internal operation (surgical) wound?

The ICD-10-CM code for Disruption or dehiscence of closure of other specified internal operation (surgical) wound is T81.328.

Can T81.328 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, T81.328 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is T81.328 in?

T81.328 is in Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is T81.328 valid for 2026?

Yes, T81.328 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
T81.328
Disruption or dehiscence of closure of other specified internal operation (surgical) wound
Billable / Specific Code
19 — Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes (S00-T88)
T80-T88 — Complications of surgical and medical care, not elsewhere classified
2026 ICD-10-CM