T83.712
Billable

Erosion of implanted urethral mesh to surrounding organ or tissue

Billable / Specific Code

What is Erosion of implanted urethral mesh to surrounding organ or tissue?

ICD-10-CM T83.712 is the diagnosis code for Erosion of implanted urethral mesh to surrounding organ or tissue. 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 T83.712

✅ This Code Includes

  • Erosion of implanted female urethral sling
  • Erosion of implanted male urethral sling
  • Erosion of implanted urethral mesh into pelvic floor muscles

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where T83.712 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is T83.712 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, T83.712 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does T83.712 mean?

T83.712 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Erosion of implanted urethral mesh to surrounding organ or tissue". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of T83.712?

The parent code of T83.712 is T83.71 ("Erosion of implanted mesh and other prosthetic materials to surrounding organ or tissue"). T83.712 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is T83.712 in?

T83.712 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 T83.712?

Use T83.712 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Erosion of implanted urethral mesh to surrounding organ or 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 Erosion of implanted urethral mesh to surrounding organ or tissue?

The ICD-10-CM code for Erosion of implanted urethral mesh to surrounding organ or tissue is T83.712.

Can T83.712 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, T83.712 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is T83.712 in?

T83.712 is in Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is T83.712 valid for 2026?

Yes, T83.712 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
T83.712
Erosion of implanted urethral mesh to surrounding organ or tissue
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