I79.8 – Other disorders of arteries, arterioles and capillaries in diseases classified elsewhere

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

Billable code

ICD-10-CM code I79.8
Code
I79.8 (claims format: I798)
Description
Other disorders of arteries, arterioles and capillaries in diseases classified elsewhere
Short description
Oth disord of art,arterioles & capilare in dis classd elswhr
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 I79.8

Excludes1 (not coded here):
  • diabetic (peripheral) angiopathy (E08-E13 with .51-.52)
  • syphilitic endarteritis (A52.09)
  • tuberculous endarteritis (A18.89)
Code first:
  • underlying disease, such as:
  • amyloidosis (E85.-)

Index terms for I79.8

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 I79.8?

I79.8 is the ICD-10-CM code for other disorders of arteries, arterioles and capillaries in diseases classified elsewhere, in the block I70-I79 (Diseases of arteries, arterioles and capillaries).

Is I79.8 a billable code?

Yes. I79.8 is a billable/specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What category does I79.8 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.