I85.01 – Esophageal varices with bleeding

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

Billable code

ICD-10-CM code I85.01
Code
I85.01 (claims format: I8501)
Description
Esophageal varices with bleeding
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
I80-I89 Diseases of veins, lymphatic vessels and lymph nodes, not elsewhere classified
Parent codes
I85 › I85.0

Notes inherited from parent codes

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

I85 – Esophageal varices

Use additional code:
  • code to identify:
  • alcohol abuse and dependence (F10.-)

I85.0 – Esophageal varices

Applicable to:
  • Idiopathic esophageal varices
  • Primary esophageal varices

Index terms for I85.01

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

Related codes in I85.0

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code I85.01?

I85.01 is the ICD-10-CM code for esophageal varices with bleeding, in the block I80-I89 (Diseases of veins, lymphatic vessels and lymph nodes, not elsewhere classified).

Is I85.01 a billable code?

Yes. I85.01 is a billable/specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What category does I85.01 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.