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ICD-10-CM 2027

ICD-10 code for Wire sutures painful

T81.89

Other complications of procedures, not elsewhere classified

Header — needs a more specific code

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

About coding Wire sutures painful

The ICD-10-CM code for Wire sutures painful is T81.89 (Other complications of procedures, not elsewhere classified).

Within T81.8, choose T81.89 (Other complications of procedures, not elsewhere classified) only when documentation doesn't support a more specific option: complication of inhalation therapy (T81.81), emphysema (subcutaneous) resulting from a procedure (T81.82) and persistent postprocedural fistula (T81.83).

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 to specify complication, such as: postprocedural delirium (F05) and code for adverse effect, if applicable, to identify drug (T36-T50 with fifth or sixth character 5).

Common questions about Wire sutures painful ICD-10 codes

What is the ICD-10 code for Wire sutures painful?

T81.89 — Other complications of procedures, not elsewhere classified (a header code; report a more specific subcode).

Is T81.89 billable?

No. T81.89 is a header code. Report one of its more specific subcodes instead.