I79 – Disorders of arteries, arterioles and capillaries in diseases classified elsewhere

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

Non-billable header

ICD-10-CM code I79
Code
I79 (claims format: I79)
Description
Disorders of arteries, arterioles and capillaries in diseases classified elsewhere
Short description
Disord of art, arterioles and capilare in dis classd elswhr
Billable
No – use a more specific code below
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

Billable codes under I79

I79 is a header code and cannot be used on claims. Choose the most specific code:

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code I79?

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

Is I79 a billable code?

No. I79 is a header code with more specific child codes; report one of the billable codes listed above.

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.