ICD-10 Code L76.2 – Postprocedural hemorrhage of skin and subcutaneous tissue following a procedure (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code L76.2 – Postprocedural hemorrhage of skin and subcutaneous tissue following a procedure
What it is
L76.2 identifies bleeding that occurs in the skin or subcutaneous tissue after a procedure. Use it when the record shows a postprocedural hemorrhage at the operative or procedure site.
Clinical signs
Typical documentation may note persistent bleeding, oozing, hematoma, or the need for additional hemostasis after the procedure. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation.
When to use this code
Use this code when the provider documents hemorrhage from skin or subcutaneous tissue as a complication of a procedure, such as after excision, biopsy, or minor skin surgery. You should link it to the procedure-related bleeding, not to expected postoperative drainage. Check documentation if the note does not clearly state a complication.
Do not use for
Do not use L76.2 for normal postoperative spotting, routine wound drainage, or bleeding unrelated to a procedure. Also avoid it when the bleeding site is deeper tissue or when the record only says “hematoma” without hemorrhage.
Coding tip
Confirm that the provider explicitly documents postprocedural hemorrhage and the affected tissue layer before assigning L76.2.