Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
ICD-10-CM T87 is the diagnosis code for Complications peculiar to reattachment and amputation. 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.
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.
Understanding where T87 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:
No, T87 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.
T87 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Complications peculiar to reattachment and amputation". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.
T87 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.
T87 has 8 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: T87.0, T87.1, T87.2, T87.3, T87.4 and more.
Use T87 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Complications peculiar to reattachment and amputation" and the clinical documentation supports this level of specificity. Always verify with the latest ICD-10-CM guidelines and payer requirements.
The ICD-10-CM code for Complications peculiar to reattachment and amputation is T87.
No, T87 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.
T87 is in Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.
Yes, T87 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.