ICD-10 Code K91.62 – Intraoperative hemorrhage and hematoma of a digestive system organ or structure complicating other procedure (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code K91.62 – Intraoperative hemorrhage and hematoma of a digestive system organ or structure complicating other procedure
What it is
This code identifies bleeding or a hematoma that occurs during a procedure and involves a digestive system organ or structure. Use it when the complication is specifically documented as intraoperative and related to another procedure.
Clinical signs
Clinical features vary; refer to documentation. Typical operative notes may describe unexpected bleeding, visible hematoma, or the need for hemostasis during surgery on the digestive tract or related structures.
When to use this code
Use K91.62 when the record clearly states an intraoperative hemorrhage or hematoma involving a digestive system organ or structure as a complication of another procedure. You should code it from operative or procedural documentation, not from postoperative bleeding unless the surgeon specifies an intraoperative event.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for routine expected blood loss, postoperative hemorrhage, or bleeding not tied to the procedure itself. Check documentation if the site, timing, or complication type is unclear.
Coding tip
Confirm both the timing and the digestive system site in the operative report before assigning K91.62.