G97.81 – Other intraoperative complications of nervous system

ICD-10-CM 2027 diagnosis code · Other disorders of the nervous system

Billable code

ICD-10-CM code G97.81
Code
G97.81 (claims format: G9781)
Description
Other intraoperative complications of nervous system
Billable
Yes – valid for HIPAA-covered transactions
Valid for
Dates of service October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027 (FY2027)
Chapter
6. Diseases of the nervous system (G00-G99)
Block
G89-G99 Other disorders of the nervous system
Parent codes
G97 › G97.8

Notes inherited from parent codes

Instructional notes at a category or block level apply to every code below it.

G97 – Intraoperative and postprocedural complications and disorders of nervous system, not elsewhere classified

Excludes2 (not included here):
  • intraoperative and postprocedural cerebrovascular infarction (I97.81-, I97.82-)

G97.8 – Other intraoperative and postprocedural complications and disorders of nervous system

Use additional code:
  • code to further specify disorder

Index terms for G97.81

Entries in the ICD-10-CM alphabetic index that lead to this code:

Related codes in G97.8

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code G97.81?

G97.81 is the ICD-10-CM code for other intraoperative complications of nervous system, in the block G89-G99 (Other disorders of the nervous system).

Is G97.81 a billable code?

Yes. G97.81 is a billable/specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What category does G97.81 belong to?

It belongs to category G97 – Intraoperative and postprocedural complications and disorders of nervous system, not elsewhere classified.

Source: CDC/NCHS ICD-10-CM FY2027 code files, tabular list and index. Reference only – code assignment must follow the official ICD-10-CM guidelines and documentation in the medical record.