T86.822
Billable

Skin graft (allograft) (autograft) infection

Billable / Specific Code

What is Skin graft (allograft) (autograft) infection?

ICD-10-CM T86.822 is the diagnosis code for Skin graft (allograft) (autograft) infection. 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 T86.822

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 T86.822 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is T86.822 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, T86.822 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does T86.822 mean?

T86.822 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Skin graft (allograft) (autograft) infection". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of T86.822?

The parent code of T86.822 is T86.82 ("Complications of skin graft (allograft) (autograft)"). T86.822 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is T86.822 in?

T86.822 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 T86.822?

Use T86.822 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Skin graft (allograft) (autograft) infection" 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 Skin graft (allograft) (autograft) infection?

The ICD-10-CM code for Skin graft (allograft) (autograft) infection is T86.822.

Can T86.822 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, T86.822 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is T86.822 in?

T86.822 is in Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is T86.822 valid for 2026?

Yes, T86.822 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
T86.822
Skin graft (allograft) (autograft) infection
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