I83.9 – Asymptomatic varicose veins of lower extremities

ICD-10-CM 2027 diagnosis code · Diseases of veins, lymphatic vessels and lymph nodes, not elsewhere classified

Non-billable header

ICD-10-CM code I83.9
Code
I83.9 (claims format: I839)
Description
Asymptomatic varicose veins of lower extremities
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
I80-I89 Diseases of veins, lymphatic vessels and lymph nodes, not elsewhere classified
Parent codes
I83

Billable codes under I83.9

I83.9 is a header code and cannot be used on claims. Choose the most specific code:

Notes for I83.9

Applicable to:
  • Phlebectasia of lower extremities
  • Varicose veins of lower extremities
  • Varix of lower extremities

Notes inherited from parent codes

Instructional notes at a category or block level apply to every code below it.

I83 – Varicose veins of lower extremities

Excludes2 (not included here):
  • varicose veins complicating pregnancy (O22.0-)
  • varicose veins complicating the puerperium (O87.4)

Index terms for I83.9

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

Related codes in I83

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code I83.9?

I83.9 is the ICD-10-CM code for asymptomatic varicose veins of lower extremities, in the block I80-I89 (Diseases of veins, lymphatic vessels and lymph nodes, not elsewhere classified).

Is I83.9 a billable code?

No. I83.9 is a header code with more specific child codes; report one of the billable codes listed above.

What category does I83.9 belong to?

It belongs to category I83 – Varicose veins of lower extremities.

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.