L76.0
⚠ Non-billable (Header)Intraoperative hemorrhage and hematoma of skin and subcutaneous tissue complicating a procedure
Diseases of the skin and subcutaneous tissue (L00-L99)
⚠️ This is a category header code — not billable. Use a more specific child code below.
❌ Excludes1
directThese codes are mutually exclusive. Never code them together.
- • intraoperative hemorrhage and hematoma of skin and subcutaneous tissue due to accidental puncture and laceration during a procedure (L76.1-)
Child Codes (2)
Clinical Description
ICD-10-CM code L76.0 represents intraoperative hemorrhage and hematoma of skin and subcutaneous tissue complicating a procedure. This code falls under the Diseases of the skin and subcutaneous tissue (L00-L99) classification. It is a non-billable category header code. A more specific child code from the list below must be used for billing and reimbursement purposes.
This is a 5-character code at the 4th level of specificity. There are 2 more specific child codes under L76.0. Coders should note that L76.0 has 1 Excludes1 restriction(s) — codes that cannot be reported together on the same claim.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is ICD-10 code L76.0?
ICD-10-CM code L76.0 is "Intraoperative hemorrhage and hematoma of skin and subcutaneous tissue complicating a procedure". It belongs to the category: Diseases of the skin and subcutaneous tissue (L00-L99).
Is L76.0 a billable ICD-10 code?
No, L76.0 is a non-billable header code. A more specific child code must be used for billing.
What codes are excluded with L76.0?
L76.0 has 1 Excludes1 rule(s). These codes are mutually exclusive and cannot be coded together on the same claim.
Related Codes in L76
Other codes in the same category that may be relevant for differential coding:
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Data Source
CMS ICD-10-CM 2026 Tabular List
Updated October 1, 2025 (FY2026)