I08
Non-Billable

Multiple valve diseases

Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code

What is Multiple valve diseases?

ICD-10-CM I08 is the diagnosis code for Multiple valve diseases. This code falls under the section "Chronic rheumatic heart diseases" within Chapter 9 — Diseases of the circulatory system (I00-I99). 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
â„šī¸ Excludes2

Coding Guidelines for I08

⛔ Type 1 Excludes (Never code together)

The following conditions should never be coded at the same time as I08. They are mutually exclusive:

  • endocarditis, valve unspecified (I38)
  • rheumatic valve disease NOS (I09.1)

â„šī¸ Type 2 Excludes (Code separately if applicable)

The following conditions are not included in I08. If the patient has both, code each condition separately:

  • multiple valve disease specified as nonrheumatic (I34.-, I35.-, I36.-, I37.-, I38.-, Q22.-, Q23.-, Q24.8-)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where I08 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Sub-Codes 6 entries
I08.0Rheumatic disorders of both mitral and aortic valvesBillableI08.1Rheumatic disorders of both mitral and tricuspid valvesBillableI08.2Rheumatic disorders of both aortic and tricuspid valvesBillableI08.3Combined rheumatic disorders of mitral, aortic and tricuspid valvesBillableI08.8Other rheumatic multiple valve diseasesBillableI08.9Rheumatic multiple valve disease, unspecifiedBillable
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is I08 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

No, I08 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.

What does I08 mean?

I08 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Multiple valve diseases". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What section is I08 in?

I08 is located in Section I05-I09 — "Chronic rheumatic heart diseases" within Chapter 9 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What are the sub-codes of I08?

I08 has 6 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: I08.0, I08.1, I08.2, I08.3, I08.8 and more.

When should I use I08?

Use I08 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Multiple valve diseases" 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 Multiple valve diseases?

The ICD-10-CM code for Multiple valve diseases is I08.

Can I08 be used for primary diagnosis?

No, I08 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.

What chapter is I08 in?

I08 is in Chapter 9 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What conditions are excluded from I08?

Type 1 Excludes for I08 include: endocarditis, valve unspecified (I38); rheumatic valve disease NOS (I09.1).

Is I08 valid for 2026?

Yes, I08 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.

See Also

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Code Details
I08
Multiple valve diseases
Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
9 — Diseases of the circulatory system (I00-I99)
I05-I09 — Chronic rheumatic heart diseases
2026 ICD-10-CM