ICD-10 Code G97.5 – Postprocedural hemorrhage of a nervous system organ or structure following a procedure (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code G97.5 – Postprocedural hemorrhage of a nervous system organ or structure following a procedure
What it is
Use this code for bleeding that occurs after a procedure involving a nervous system organ or structure. It identifies a postoperative complication, not the underlying procedure itself.
Clinical signs
Clinical features vary; refer to documentation. Typical findings may include documented hemorrhage, hematoma, or bleeding at the operative site after a neurologic procedure.
When to use this code
Use G97.5 when the record clearly states postprocedural hemorrhage involving the nervous system after surgery or another procedure. Code it when the bleeding is documented as a complication of the procedure, not as an expected postoperative finding. Check documentation for the specific organ, structure, and timing.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for hemorrhage unrelated to a procedure or for routine postoperative pain, swelling, or bruising without documented bleeding. Do not use it when the record does not link the hemorrhage to the procedure.
Coding tip
Look for explicit provider wording such as “postprocedural hemorrhage” or “bleeding complication” before assigning G97.5.