T82.4
Non-Billable

Mechanical complication of vascular dialysis catheter

Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code

What is Mechanical complication of vascular dialysis catheter?

ICD-10-CM T82.4 is the diagnosis code for Mechanical complication of vascular dialysis catheter. 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 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.

💡 Inclusions
⛔ Excludes1

Coding Guidelines for T82.4

✅ This Code Includes

  • Mechanical complication of hemodialysis catheter

⛔ Type 1 Excludes (Never code together)

The following conditions should never be coded at the same time as T82.4. They are mutually exclusive:

  • mechanical complication of intraperitoneal dialysis catheter (T85.62)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where T82.4 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Sub-Codes 4 entries
T82.41Breakdown (mechanical) of vascular dialysis catheterBillableT82.42Displacement of vascular dialysis catheterBillableT82.43Leakage of vascular dialysis catheterBillableT82.49Other complication of vascular dialysis catheterBillable
Related Codes

Frequently Asked Questions

Is T82.4 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

No, T82.4 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.

What does T82.4 mean?

T82.4 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Mechanical complication of vascular dialysis catheter". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of T82.4?

The parent code of T82.4 is T82 ("Complications of cardiac and vascular prosthetic devices, implants and grafts"). T82.4 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is T82.4 in?

T82.4 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.

What are the sub-codes of T82.4?

T82.4 has 4 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: T82.41, T82.42, T82.43, T82.49.

When should I use T82.4?

Use T82.4 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Mechanical complication of vascular dialysis catheter" 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 Mechanical complication of vascular dialysis catheter?

The ICD-10-CM code for Mechanical complication of vascular dialysis catheter is T82.4.

Can T82.4 be used for primary diagnosis?

No, T82.4 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.

What chapter is T82.4 in?

T82.4 is in Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What conditions are excluded from T82.4?

Type 1 Excludes for T82.4 include: mechanical complication of intraperitoneal dialysis catheter (T85.62).

Is T82.4 valid for 2026?

Yes, T82.4 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
T82.4
Mechanical complication of vascular dialysis catheter
Non-Billable / Non-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