I79.0 – Aneurysm of aorta in diseases classified elsewhere

ICD-10-CM 2027 diagnosis code · Diseases of arteries, arterioles and capillaries

Billable code

ICD-10-CM code I79.0

Code: I79.0 (claims format: I790)
Description: Aneurysm of aorta in diseases classified elsewhere
Billable: Yes – valid for HIPAA-covered transactions
Valid for: Dates of service October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027 (FY2027)
Chapter: 9. Diseases of the circulatory system (I00-I99)
Block: I70-I79 Diseases of arteries, arterioles and capillaries
Parent codes: I79

Notes for I79.0

Excludes1 (not coded here):

syphilitic aneurysm (A52.01)

Code first:

underlying disease

Index terms for I79.0

Entries in the ICD-10-CM alphabetic index that lead to this code:

Related codes in I79

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code I79.0?

I79.0 is the ICD-10-CM code for aneurysm of aorta in diseases classified elsewhere, in the block I70-I79 (Diseases of arteries, arterioles and capillaries).

Is I79.0 a billable code?

Yes. I79.0 is a billable/specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What category does I79.0 belong to?

It belongs to category I79 – Disorders of arteries, arterioles and capillaries in diseases classified elsewhere.

Source: CDC/NCHS ICD-10-CM FY2027 code files, tabular list and index. Reference only – code assignment must follow the official ICD-10-CM guidelines and documentation in the medical record.