M96.81
Non-billableIntraoperative hemorrhage and hematoma of a musculoskeletal structure complicating a procedure
M96.81 is the ICD-10-CM code for Intraoperative hemorrhage and hematoma of a musculoskeletal structure complicating a procedure. It is a non-billable category code — use a more specific child code such as M96.810 for billing.
M00-M99 Diseases of the musculoskeletal system and connective tissue
Excludes1 — not coded here
- •intraoperative hemorrhage and hematoma of a musculoskeletal structure due to accidental puncture and laceration during a procedure (M96.82-)
Frequently asked questions
- What is ICD-10 code M96.81?
- M96.81 is the ICD-10-CM code for "Intraoperative hemorrhage and hematoma of a musculoskeletal structure complicating a procedure". It falls under M00-M99 Diseases of the musculoskeletal system and connective tissue.
- Is M96.81 a billable code?
- No — M96.81 is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code (such as M96.810) for billing.
- What is excluded from M96.81?
- Excludes1 (not coded here): intraoperative hemorrhage and hematoma of a musculoskeletal structure due to accidental puncture and laceration during a procedure (M96.82-).
Source: CMS ICD-10-CM FY2026. For informational purposes only — not medical advice. See our medical disclaimer.
Look up another ICD-10 code or condition