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K68.11

Billable

Postprocedural retroperitoneal abscess

This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).

What This Code Means

A collection of pus in the retroperitoneal space (the area behind the abdominal lining) that developed after a surgical procedure or medical intervention.

Coding Tips

  • •This is a postprocedural complication code; ensure the procedure is documented and coded separately
  • •Distinguish from spontaneous retroperitoneal abscess (K68.19) which occurs without prior procedure

Excludes 2 — Not included here, may code separately

  • infection following procedure (T81.4-)

Code Hierarchy

└K68Disorders of retroperitoneum└K68.1Retroperitoneal abscess└K68.11Postprocedural retroperitoneal abscess
└K68.11Postprocedural retroperitoneal abscess

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