ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for I70.9
Other and unspecified atherosclerosis
Coding Notes & Guidelines for I70.9
atherosclerosis of arteries of the extremities (I70.2-, I70.3-, I70.4-, I70.5-, I70.6-, I70.7-)
- Complete occlusion of artery of the extremities
- Total occlusion of artery of the extremities
Parent Code (Less Specific):
About ICD-10-CM Code I70.9 (Other and unspecified atherosclerosis)
ICD-10-CM code I70.9 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 I70.9 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about I70.9 - Other and unspecified atherosclerosis. 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 Other and unspecified atherosclerosis.