ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for I27.81
Cor pulmonale (chronic)
Coding Notes & Guidelines for I27.81
Excludes1: Not Coded Here
acute cor pulmonale (I26.0-)
Inclusion Terms
Cor pulmonale NOS
Code Also
, if applicable, right heart failure (I50.81-)
Parent Code (Less Specific):
About ICD-10-CM Code I27.81 (Cor pulmonale)
ICD-10-CM code I27.81 is a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. The 2025 edition of ICD-10-CM I27.81 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about I27.81 - Cor pulmonale (chronic). It includes common terminology, coding guidelines such as "Includes," "Excludes1," and "Excludes2" notes, and information on required 7th characters. Utilizing this information correctly is essential for accurate medical coding and claims submission for conditions like Cor pulmonale.