T81.527D
BillableObstruction due to foreign body accidentally left in body following removal of catheter or packing, subsequent encounter
T81.527D is the ICD-10-CM code for Obstruction due to foreign body accidentally left in body following removal of catheter or packing, subsequent encounter. 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 · NIHIf you've ever gotten a splinter or had sand in your eye, you've had experience with a foreign body. A foreign body is something that is stuck inside you but isn't supposed to be there. You may inhale or swallow a foreign body, or you may get one from an injury to almost any part of your body. Foreign bodies are more common in small children, who sometimes stick things in their mouths, ears, and noses. Some foreign…
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Frequently asked questions
- What is ICD-10 code T81.527D?
- T81.527D is the ICD-10-CM code for "Obstruction due to foreign body accidentally left in body following removal of catheter or packing, subsequent encounter". It falls under S00-T88 Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes.
- Is T81.527D a billable code?
- Yes — T81.527D 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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