ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for I79.1
Aortitis in diseases classified elsewhere
Coding Notes & Guidelines for I79.1
Excludes1: Not Coded Here
syphilitic aortitis (A52.02)
Code First
underlying disease
Parent Code (Less Specific):
About ICD-10-CM Code I79.1 (Aortitis in diseases classified elsewhere)
ICD-10-CM code I79.1 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 I79.1 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about I79.1 - Aortitis in diseases classified elsewhere. 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 Aortitis in diseases classified elsewhere.