T79.1

Billable

Fat embolism (traumatic)

T79.1 is the ICD-10-CM code for Fat embolism (traumatic). It is a billable, specific code valid for reimbursement.

Status
Billable
Chapter
S00-T88
Parent
T79
Edition
FY2026

S00-T88 Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes

Excludes1 — not coded here

  • fat embolism complicating:
  • abortion or ectopic or molar pregnancy (O00-O07, O08.2)
  • pregnancy, childbirth and the puerperium (O88.8)

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code T79.1?
T79.1 is the ICD-10-CM code for "Fat embolism (traumatic)". It falls under S00-T88 Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes.
Is T79.1 a billable code?
Yes — T79.1 is a billable, specific ICD-10-CM code valid for reimbursement.
What is excluded from T79.1?
Excludes1 (not coded here): fat embolism complicating:; abortion or ectopic or molar pregnancy (O00-O07, O08.2); pregnancy, childbirth and the puerperium (O88.8).

Source: CMS ICD-10-CM FY2026. For informational purposes only — not medical advice. See our medical disclaimer.

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