Other postprocedural complications of the spleen

This code signifies any complication affecting the spleen that arises as a direct result of a medical or surgical procedure, other than those specifically classified elsewhere. These complications are typically adverse events occurring post-intervention, impacting splenic function or integrity.

Use this code when documentation clearly indicates a postprocedural complication of the spleen, such as splenic infarction, hemorrhage, or abscess, that is not otherwise specified by a more precise ICD-10-CM code. This applies when the complication is directly attributable to a prior procedure, even if the procedure was not directly on the spleen.

• Ensure documentation explicitly links the splenic complication to a prior procedure.
• Do not use if a more specific postprocedural splenic complication code (e.g., D78.0-D78.81) is available.
• Sequence this code after the primary diagnosis for the patient's encounter, unless the complication is the primary reason for the visit.