ICD-10 Code I97.610 – Postprocedural hemorrhage of a circulatory system organ or structure following a cardiac catheterization (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code I97.610 – Postprocedural hemorrhage of a circulatory system organ or structure following a cardiac catheterization
What it is
This code identifies bleeding that occurs as a complication after a cardiac catheterization procedure. Use it when the hemorrhage is documented as postprocedural and linked to the catheterization.
Clinical signs
Clinical features vary; refer to documentation. Typical notes may describe access-site bleeding, hematoma, or other hemorrhage after the procedure, with the complication clearly attributed to cardiac catheterization.
When to use this code
Use this code when the provider documents hemorrhage as a direct postprocedural complication of cardiac catheterization. It applies whether the bleeding is immediate or later, as long as the record ties it to the procedure. Check documentation for the specific vessel or site involved.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for routine bruising, expected minor oozing, or bleeding that is not documented as a complication. Do not use it when the hemorrhage is unrelated to cardiac catheterization or when documentation is unclear.
Coding tip
Link the hemorrhage to the cardiac catheterization in the record before assigning I97.610.