ICD-10 Code J95.863 – Postprocedural seroma of a respiratory system organ or structure following other procedure (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code J95.863 – Postprocedural seroma of a respiratory system organ or structure following other procedure
What it is
This code identifies a seroma that develops in a respiratory system organ or structure after a procedure. It means a postoperative fluid collection, not an infection or bleeding.
Clinical signs
Clinical features vary; refer to documentation. Typical findings include localized swelling, a fluid-filled collection on exam or imaging, and postoperative discomfort in the affected respiratory structure.
When to use this code
Use this code when the record clearly states a seroma occurred after a respiratory procedure and the site is within the respiratory system. You may see it after surgery or another intervention involving the lung, airway, pleura, or related structure. Check documentation for the exact postoperative complication and site.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for abscess, hematoma, edema, or routine postoperative drainage without a documented seroma. If the complication is in a non-respiratory site, select a different code.
Coding tip
Link the seroma to the documented procedure and respiratory site before assigning J95.863.