ICD-10 Code L76.32 – Postprocedural hematoma of skin and subcutaneous tissue following other procedure (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code L76.32 – Postprocedural hematoma of skin and subcutaneous tissue following other procedure
What it is
This code identifies a hematoma, or localized blood collection, in the skin and subcutaneous tissue that develops after a procedure. It applies when the complication follows an unspecified “other” procedure rather than a more specific one.
Clinical signs
Typical findings include swelling, bruising, tenderness, and a firm or fluctuant mass near the procedure site. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation for the location, timing, and whether the hematoma is postoperative or postprocedural.
When to use this code
Use L76.32 when the record clearly links a skin or subcutaneous hematoma to a prior procedure and the provider documents it as a complication. It is appropriate when the hematoma is the focus of care or is specifically noted in the assessment. Check documentation if the procedure type is not described in enough detail.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for uncomplicated bruising, expected postoperative swelling, or bleeding without a documented hematoma. Do not assign it if the chart identifies a different postoperative complication or a more specific postprocedural hematoma code.
Coding tip
Verify that the provider documents a causal link to the procedure and the affected tissue layer before assigning L76.32.