Postproc hematoma of a circ sys org fol other procedure

Postprocedural hematoma of a circulatory system organ or structure following other procedure

📋Clinical Description

This code signifies the development of a localized collection of blood (hematoma) within or adjacent to an organ or structure of the circulatory system, occurring as a complication after a surgical or diagnostic procedure that is not a cardiac catheterization. It indicates a post-operative bleeding event affecting vascular or cardiac tissues.

🎯When to Use

Apply this code when documentation clearly states a hematoma of a circulatory system organ or structure (e.g., aorta, peripheral artery, heart wall) formed after a non-cardiac catheterization procedure. Examples include hematomas following vascular surgery, pacemaker insertion, or other general surgical interventions where a circulatory structure was involved. Documentation should specify the anatomical site of the hematoma and its relationship to the prior procedure.

💡Coding Tips

Always sequence this code after the code for the underlying complication (e.g., hemorrhage) if applicable, or as a primary diagnosis if it's the reason for the encounter.
Distinguish carefully from hematomas following cardiac catheterization (I97.63-) or other specified procedures.
Ensure documentation specifies "postprocedural" and identifies the affected circulatory system organ/structure.

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Code Hierarchy

▲I97.62Postp hemor, hematoma & seroma of circ sys org fol oth proc

I97.621(current)

Same Category

I97Intraop and postproc comp and disorders of circ sys, NEC I97.0Postcardiotomy syndrome I97.1Other postprocedural cardiac functional disturbances I97.11Postprocedural cardiac insufficiency I97.110Postproc cardiac insufficiency following cardiac surgery I97.111Postprocedural cardiac insufficiency following other surgery