T88.4XXS ICD-10-CM Code: Failed or difficult intubation, sequela
A clear reference for the official code description, hierarchy, and related coding information from the FY 2027 U.S. release.
Code definition
Official description
T88.4XXSFailed or difficult intubation, sequela
ICD-10-CM diagnosis code · United States clinical modification
Classification
Where T88.4XXS sits
- 1
Chapter 19
Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes (S00-T88)
- 2
Section
Complications of surgical and medical care, not elsewhere classified (T80-T88)
- 3
Category T88
Other complications of surgical and medical care, not elsewhere classified
- 4
Subcategory T88.4
Failed or difficult intubation
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Code T88.4XXS
Failed or difficult intubation, sequela
Documentation details
Notes for this code
Inclusion terms
No inclusion terms are listed for T88.4XXS.
Code first
No “code first” instruction is listed for T88.4XXS.
Use additional code
No “use additional code” instruction is listed for T88.4XXS.
Excludes1
Conditions that should not be reported together with this code.
No Excludes1 note is listed for T88.4XXS.
Excludes2
Conditions not included here that may be reported separately when present.
No Excludes2 note is listed for T88.4XXS.
Transparency
Source and release
This reference is generated from Vero’s ICD-10-CM description, hierarchy, and code-note dataset. The visible content and structured data share that source.
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Frequently asked questions
What does ICD-10-CM code T88.4XXS mean?
T88.4XXS is the FY 2027 U.S. ICD-10-CM code for “Failed or difficult intubation, sequela.”
Is T88.4XXS a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code?
Yes. In the FY 2027 reference data used on this page, T88.4XXS has no child codes and is presented as a billable/specific code. Always confirm the active code set and payer requirements before use.
Where is T88.4XXS located in ICD-10-CM?
T88.4XXS is listed in Chapter 19, Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes (S00-T88), within Complications of surgical and medical care, not elsewhere classified (T80-T88) (T80–T88), under category T88, Other complications of surgical and medical care, not elsewhere classified and subcategory T88.4, Failed or difficult intubation.
What coding notes are listed for T88.4XXS?
No inclusion terms are listed for T88.4XXS in this reference record. No code-first instruction is listed. No Excludes1 note is listed. No Excludes2 note is listed.
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