D68.0
Non-Billable

Von Willebrand disease

Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code

What is Von Willebrand disease?

ICD-10-CM D68.0 is the diagnosis code for Von Willebrand disease. This code falls under the section "Coagulation defects, purpura and other hemorrhagic conditions" within Chapter 3 — Diseases of the blood and blood-forming organs and certain disorders involving the immune mechanism (D50-D89). It is a non-billable/non-specific ICD-10-CM code that should not be used for reimbursement. A more specific sub-code is required for billing. Medical coders and healthcare providers use this code to document and classify diagnoses in electronic health records, insurance claims, and clinical databases.

⛔ Excludes1

Coding Guidelines for D68.0

⛔ Type 1 Excludes (Never code together)

The following conditions should never be coded at the same time as D68.0. They are mutually exclusive:

  • capillary fragility (hereditary) (D69.8)
  • factor VIII deficiency NOS (D66)
  • factor VIII deficiency with functional defect (D66)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where D68.0 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Sub-Codes 6 entries
D68.00Von Willebrand disease, unspecifiedBillableD68.01Von Willebrand disease, type 1BillableD68.02Von Willebrand disease, type 2Non-BillableD68.020Von Willebrand disease, type 2ABillableD68.021Von Willebrand disease, type 2BBillableD68.022Von Willebrand disease, type 2MBillableD68.023Von Willebrand disease, type 2NBillableD68.029Von Willebrand disease, type 2, unspecifiedBillableD68.03Von Willebrand disease, type 3BillableD68.04Acquired von Willebrand diseaseBillableD68.09Other von Willebrand diseaseBillable
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is D68.0 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

No, D68.0 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.

What does D68.0 mean?

D68.0 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Von Willebrand disease". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of D68.0?

The parent code of D68.0 is D68 ("Other coagulation defects"). D68.0 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is D68.0 in?

D68.0 is located in Section D65-D69 — "Coagulation defects, purpura and other hemorrhagic conditions" within Chapter 3 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What are the sub-codes of D68.0?

D68.0 has 6 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: D68.00, D68.01, D68.02, D68.03, D68.04 and more.

When should I use D68.0?

Use D68.0 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Von Willebrand disease" and the clinical documentation supports this level of specificity. Always verify with the latest ICD-10-CM guidelines and payer requirements.

People Also Ask

What is the ICD-10 code for Von Willebrand disease?

The ICD-10-CM code for Von Willebrand disease is D68.0.

Can D68.0 be used for primary diagnosis?

No, D68.0 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.

What chapter is D68.0 in?

D68.0 is in Chapter 3 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What conditions are excluded from D68.0?

Type 1 Excludes for D68.0 include: capillary fragility (hereditary) (D69.8); factor VIII deficiency NOS (D66); factor VIII deficiency with functional defect (D66).

Is D68.0 valid for 2026?

Yes, D68.0 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.

See Also

← PreviousD68Other coagulation defectsNext →D68.00Von Willebrand disease, unspecified
Code Details
D68.0
Von Willebrand disease
Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
3 — Diseases of the blood and blood-forming organs and certain disorders involving the immune mechanism (D50-D89)
D65-D69 — Coagulation defects, purpura and other hemorrhagic conditions
2026 ICD-10-CM