ICD-10 Code I97.52 – Accidental puncture and laceration of a circulatory system organ or structure during other procedure (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code I97.52 – Accidental puncture and laceration of a circulatory system organ or structure during other procedure
What it is
I97.52 identifies an unintended puncture or laceration of a blood vessel or other circulatory structure that occurs during a procedure. Use it when the injury is documented as a procedural complication, not a planned surgical finding.
Clinical signs
Clinical features vary; refer to documentation. Typical findings may include bleeding, hematoma, vessel repair, or recognition of injury during the procedure or immediate postoperative period.
When to use this code
Use this code when the record states that a circulatory system organ or structure was accidentally punctured or lacerated during another procedure. The operative note, discharge summary, or complication documentation should clearly link the injury to the procedure.
If the provider describes the event as an intraoperative or postoperative complication involving a vessel, this code may apply. Check documentation to confirm the injury was accidental and procedure-related.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for intentional vessel incision, expected surgical entry, or a circulatory injury unrelated to a procedure. If the documentation is unclear, check documentation before coding.
Coding tip
Assign the code only when the chart explicitly documents an accidental vascular puncture or laceration during a procedure.