I85.0 – Esophageal varices
ICD-10-CM 2027 diagnosis code · Diseases of veins, lymphatic vessels and lymph nodes, not elsewhere classified
- Code
I85.0(claims format:I850)- Description
- Esophageal varices
- 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
- I85
Billable codes under I85.0
I85.0 is a header code and cannot be used on claims. Choose the most specific code:
Notes for I85.0
- Idiopathic esophageal varices
- Primary esophageal varices
Notes inherited from parent codes
Instructional notes at a category or block level apply to every code below it.
I85 – Esophageal varices
- code to identify:
- alcohol abuse and dependence (F10.-)
Related codes in I85
Frequently asked questions
What is ICD-10 code I85.0?
I85.0 is the ICD-10-CM code for esophageal varices, in the block I80-I89 (Diseases of veins, lymphatic vessels and lymph nodes, not elsewhere classified).
Is I85.0 a billable code?
No. I85.0 is a header code with more specific child codes; report one of the billable codes listed above.
What category does I85.0 belong to?
It belongs to category I85 – Esophageal varices.
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.