AHA Coding Clinic® for ICD-9 - 1996 Fourth Quarter

HEMORRHAGE/HEMATOMA/SEROMA

Code 998.1, Hemorrhage or hematoma complicating a procedure, has been expanded to allow for separate identification of these conditions as well as seroma complicating a procedure. Prior to October 1, 1996, seroma, a tumor-like collection of serum in the tissues, was indexed to hematoma. A seroma is generally associated with post-operative episodes. Seromas may also become infected. Revised code 998.1 Hemorrhage or hematoma or seroma complicating a procedure Hemorrhage of any site resulting from a procedure Excludes: hemorrhage, hematoma or seroma: complicating cesarean section or puerperal perineal wound (674.3) New code 998.11 Hemorrhage complicating a...

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