T81.42
BillableInfection following a procedure, deep incisional surgical site
T81.42 is the ICD-10-CM code for Infection following a procedure, deep incisional surgical site. It is a billable, specific code valid for reimbursement.
S00-T88 Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes
What this means — in plain language
MedlinePlus · NIHAfter any operation , you'll have some side effects. There is usually some pain with surgery. There may also be swelling and soreness around the area that the surgeon cut. Your surgeon can tell you which side effects to expect. There can also be complications. These are unplanned events linked to the operation. Some complications are infection, too much bleeding, reaction to anesthesia , or accidental injury. Some…
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Includes
- •Intra-muscular abscess following a procedure
Conditions mapped to this code
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Frequently asked questions
- What is ICD-10 code T81.42?
- T81.42 is the ICD-10-CM code for "Infection following a procedure, deep incisional surgical site". It falls under S00-T88 Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes.
- Is T81.42 a billable code?
- Yes — T81.42 is a billable, specific ICD-10-CM code valid for reimbursement.
Source: CMS ICD-10-CM FY2026. For informational purposes only — not medical advice. See our medical disclaimer.
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