T82.121
Billable

Displacement of cardiac pulse generator (battery)

Billable / Specific Code

What is Displacement of cardiac pulse generator (battery)?

ICD-10-CM T82.121 is the diagnosis code for Displacement of cardiac pulse generator (battery). 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.

Coding Guidelines for T82.121

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 T82.121 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is T82.121 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, T82.121 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does T82.121 mean?

T82.121 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Displacement of cardiac pulse generator (battery)". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of T82.121?

The parent code of T82.121 is T82.12 ("Displacement of cardiac electronic device"). T82.121 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is T82.121 in?

T82.121 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 T82.121?

Use T82.121 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Displacement of cardiac pulse generator (battery)" 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 Displacement of cardiac pulse generator (battery)?

The ICD-10-CM code for Displacement of cardiac pulse generator (battery) is T82.121.

Can T82.121 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, T82.121 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is T82.121 in?

T82.121 is in Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is T82.121 valid for 2026?

Yes, T82.121 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
T82.121
Displacement of cardiac pulse generator (battery)
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