ICD-10-CM T81.516: Adhesions due to foreign body accidentally left in body following aspiration, puncture or other catheterization

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About ICD-10-CM Code T81.516 (Adhesions due to foreign body accidentally left in body following aspiration)

ICD-10-CM code T81.516 is a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. The 2025 edition of ICD-10-CM T81.516 became effective on October 1, 2024.

This page provides detailed information about T81.516 - Adhesions due to foreign body accidentally left in body following aspiration, puncture or other catheterization. It includes common terminology, coding guidelines such as "Includes," "Excludes1," and "Excludes2" notes, and information on required 7th characters. Utilizing this information correctly is essential for accurate medical coding and claims submission for conditions like Adhesions due to foreign body accidentally left in body following aspiration related to puncture or other catheterization.