ICD-10-CM · I85.00
ICD-10 I85.00: Esophageal varices without bleeding
Variceal disease in cirrhotic patient.
Code
I85.00
Category
Diseases of the circulatory system (I00-I99)
Clinical context
Variceal disease in cirrhotic patient.
Documentation requirements
- EGD findings
- Cirrhosis diagnosis
Common related procedures
- 43235 EGD
- Beta-blocker therapy
Common payer denial patterns
- Use I85.01 if bleeding
Frequently asked questions
What does ICD-10 I85.00 mean?
Esophageal varices without bleeding
When is this code documented?
Variceal disease in cirrhotic patient.
What documentation supports this code?
EGD findings; Cirrhosis diagnosis.
What are common denials associated with this diagnosis?
Use I85.01 if bleeding.
Related diagnoses
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