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ICD-10-CM 2027

ICD-10 code for emphysema surgical

T81.82

Emphysema (subcutaneous) resulting from a procedure

Header — needs a more specific code

From the official ICD-10-CM alphabetic index entry “Surgical › emphysema”. Page updated September 29, 2026.

About coding emphysema surgical

The ICD-10-CM code for emphysema surgical is T81.82 (Emphysema (subcutaneous) resulting from a procedure).

Within T81.8 (other complications of procedures, not elsewhere classified), T81.82 is specifically for emphysema (subcutaneous) resulting from a procedure. Related codes cover complication of inhalation therapy (T81.81), persistent postprocedural fistula (T81.83) and other complications of procedures, not elsewhere classified (T81.89).

Codes in this range require a 7th character: A for initial encounter, D for subsequent encounter and S for sequela. Use placeholder "X" characters to fill any empty positions before the 7th character.

Use an additional code for adverse effect, if applicable, to identify drug (T36-T50 with fifth or sixth character 5).

Common questions about emphysema surgical ICD-10 codes

What is the ICD-10 code for emphysema surgical?

T81.82 — Emphysema (subcutaneous) resulting from a procedure (a header code; report a more specific subcode).

Is T81.82 billable?

No. T81.82 is a header code. Report one of its more specific subcodes instead.