ICD-10 Code I97.711 – Intraoperative cardiac arrest during other surgery (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code I97.711 – Intraoperative cardiac arrest during other surgery
What it is
This code identifies a cardiac arrest that occurs during a surgical procedure other than cardiac surgery. Use it when the record clearly links the arrest to the intraoperative period and the operative setting.
Clinical signs
Typical findings include sudden loss of pulse, collapse, and need for immediate resuscitation during surgery. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation for the exact event and timing.
When to use this code
Use this code when the surgeon or anesthesiologist documents cardiac arrest occurring during an operation that is not on the heart. It applies when the event is specifically described as intraoperative and related to the procedure. Check documentation if the timing or surgical context is unclear.
Do not use for
Do not use it for preoperative or postoperative cardiac arrest, or for arrests unrelated to surgery. Do not assign it if the record only mentions cardiac instability or arrhythmia without true arrest.
Coding tip
Code the intraoperative arrest only when the operative note or anesthesia record supports it; otherwise, check documentation.