ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for I72.0
Aneurysm of carotid artery
Coding Notes & Guidelines for I72.0
Excludes1: Not Coded Here
- aneurysm of internal carotid artery, intracranial portion (I67.1)
- aneurysm of internal carotid artery NOS (I67.1)
Inclusion Terms
- Aneurysm of common carotid artery
- Aneurysm of external carotid artery
- Aneurysm of internal carotid artery, extracranial portion
Parent Code (Less Specific):
About ICD-10-CM Code I72.0 (Aneurysm of carotid artery)
ICD-10-CM code I72.0 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 I72.0 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about I72.0 - Aneurysm of carotid artery. 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 Aneurysm of carotid artery.