Intraoperative and postprocedural complications of the spleen (D78) ICD-10-CM
The D78 section covers intraoperative and postprocedural complications of the spleen with 18 ICD-10-CM diagnosis codes, of which 12 are billable in fiscal year 2026. The section is organized into the 1 code ranges listed below.
Code Ranges in This Section 1 ranges · 18 codes
| Code Range | Title | Codes | Billable |
|---|---|---|---|
| D78 | Intraoperative and postprocedural complications of the spleen (D78) | 18 | 12 |
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About the D78 Code Range
D78 codes identify complications affecting the spleen that occur during or after surgical procedures. These include bleeding, accidental injury, hematoma, and seroma related specifically to spleen operations or other surgeries impacting the spleen.
The range of codes from D78.0 to D78.89 covers detailed distinctions of spleen complications experienced intraoperatively and postprocedurally. For instance, D78.0 addresses hemorrhage and hematoma linked to any procedure, while D78.01 and D78.02 differentiate whether the bleeding occurred during surgery directly on the spleen or another procedure. Accidental puncture or laceration is coded under D78.1 and its subcategories, specifying spleen-related or unrelated procedures. Postprocedural bleeding (D78.2 codes) and collections of blood or fluid such as hematomas and seromas (D78.3) are distinctly classified, ensuring precise clinical documentation. Codes like D78.81 capture other intraoperative spleen injuries, often referenced by terms like "injury of spleen during surgery." These codes help medical coders accurately report spleen complications, facilitating better patient care and accurate health records in surgical settings.
Questions About This Page
How many codes are in the D78 range?
The D78 range contains 18 ICD-10-CM diagnosis codes in FY 2026. 12 of them are billable, and the rest are category headers that organize the section.
What conditions does D78 cover?
The range covers intraoperative and postprocedural complications of the spleen. The code ranges listed above break it into groups of related conditions, and each one links to its own page with the full code list.
Related References
Source: CMS FY 2026 ICD-10-CM Tabular List and order file, effective October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026.
