ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for Y65.51
Performance of wrong procedure (operation) on correct patient
Coding Notes & Guidelines for Y65.51
performance of correct procedure (operation) on wrong side or body part (Y65.53)
Wrong device implanted into correct surgical site
Parent Code (Less Specific):
About ICD-10-CM Code Y65.51 (Performance of wrong procedure)
ICD-10-CM code Y65.51 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 Y65.51 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about Y65.51 - Performance of wrong procedure (operation) on correct patient. 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 Performance of wrong procedure.