Orthopedic devices associated with adverse incidents (Y79) ICD-10-CM
The Y79 code range covers orthopedic devices associated with adverse incidents with 6 ICD-10-CM diagnosis codes. 5 of them are billable and valid for claim submission in fiscal year 2026, and the category headers group them but cannot themselves be billed.
Codes in the Y79 Range 6 codes · 5 billable
- Y79 Orthopedic devices associated with adverse incidentsNon-billable
- Y79.0 Diagnostic and monitoring orthopedic devices associated with adverse incidents
- Y79.1 Therapeutic (nonsurgical) and rehabilitative orthopedic devices associated with adverse incidents
- Y79.2 Prosthetic and other implants, materials and accessory orthopedic devices associated with adverse incidents
- Y79.3 Surgical instruments, materials and orthopedic devices (including sutures) associated with adverse incidents
- Y79.8 Miscellaneous orthopedic devices associated with adverse incidents, not elsewhere classified
About the Y79 Code Range
The ICD-10 code Y79 and its subcodes specify adverse incidents related to orthopedic devices, capturing complications from diagnostic, therapeutic, prosthetic, surgical, and miscellaneous orthopedic equipment. These codes help identify and classify problems caused by orthopedic devices during medical care.
The general code Y79 covers all orthopedic device-related adverse events. Code Y79.0 is used for issues with diagnostic and monitoring devices. Y79.1 refers to complications from therapeutic and rehabilitative devices, which includes mechanical complications such as problems with bone grafts. The code Y79.2 covers adverse events linked to prosthetics and implants, including infections, mechanical failures, loosening, and pain related to joint prostheses and internal fixation devices. For example, infections of hip, knee, or shoulder prosthetic joints and complications like loosening or failure of implants fall under this code. Code Y79.3 relates to complications from surgical instruments and materials used in orthopedic procedures, while Y79.8 captures other unidentified orthopedic device-related issues. Understanding these codes assists in accurately reporting adverse effects associated with various orthopedic devices in medical records and billing.
Questions About This Page
How many billable codes are in the Y79 range?
Of the 6 codes in this range, 5 are billable and valid for claim submission from October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026. Category header codes group them but cannot be reported on claims.
What does the Y79 range classify?
The range classifies orthopedic devices associated with adverse incidents. Each code links to its own reference page with billing status, MS-DRG grouping, coding notes, and clinical information.
Related References
Source: CMS FY 2026 ICD-10-CM Tabular List and order file, effective October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026.
