ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for I82.40
Acute embolism and thrombosis of unspecified deep veins of lower extremity
Coding Notes & Guidelines for I82.40
- acute embolism and thrombosis of unspecified deep veins of distal lower extremity (I82.4Z-)
- acute embolism and thrombosis of unspecified deep veins of proximal lower extremity (I82.4Y-)
- Deep vein thrombosis NOS
- DVT NOS
Parent Code (Less Specific):
About ICD-10-CM Code I82.40 (Acute embolism and thrombosis of unspecified deep veins of lower extremity)
ICD-10-CM code I82.40 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 I82.40 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about I82.40 - Acute embolism and thrombosis of unspecified deep veins of lower extremity. 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 Acute embolism and thrombosis of unspecified deep veins of lower extremity.