M96.840 – Postprocedural hematoma of a musculoskeletal structure following a musculoskeletal system procedure

ICD-10-CM 2027 diagnosis code · Intraoperative and postprocedural complications and disorders of musculoskeletal system, not elsewhere classified (M96)

Billable code

ICD-10-CM code M96.840

Code: M96.840 (claims format: M96840)
Description: Postprocedural hematoma of a musculoskeletal structure following a musculoskeletal system procedure
Short description: Postproc hematoma of a ms structure fol a ms sys procedure
Billable: Yes – valid for HIPAA-covered transactions
Valid for: Dates of service October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027 (FY2027)
Chapter: 13. Diseases of the musculoskeletal system and connective tissue (M00-M99)
Block: M96 Intraoperative and postprocedural complications and disorders of musculoskeletal system, not elsewhere classified (M96)
Parent codes: M96 › M96.8 › M96.84

Notes inherited from parent codes

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

M96 – Intraoperative and postprocedural complications and disorders of musculoskeletal system, not elsewhere classified

Excludes2 (not included here):

arthropathy following intestinal bypass (M02.0-)
complications of internal orthopedic prosthetic devices, implants and grafts (T84.-)
disorders associated with osteoporosis (M80)
periprosthetic fracture around internal prosthetic joint (M97.-)
presence of functional implants and other devices (Z96-Z97)

Index terms for M96.840

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

Related codes in M96.84

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code M96.840?

M96.840 is the ICD-10-CM code for postprocedural hematoma of a musculoskeletal structure following a musculoskeletal system procedure, in the block M96 (Intraoperative and postprocedural complications and disorders of musculoskeletal system, not elsewhere classified (M96)).

Is M96.840 a billable code?

Yes. M96.840 is a billable/specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What category does M96.840 belong to?

It belongs to category M96 – Intraoperative and postprocedural complications and disorders of musculoskeletal 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.