I27.841
Billable

Fontan-associated lymphatic dysfunction

Billable / Specific Code

What is Fontan-associated lymphatic dysfunction?

ICD-10-CM I27.841 is the diagnosis code for Fontan-associated lymphatic dysfunction. This code falls under the section "Pulmonary heart disease and diseases of pulmonary circulation" within Chapter 9 — Diseases of the circulatory system (I00-I99). It is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. Medical coders and healthcare providers use this code to document and classify diagnoses in electronic health records, insurance claims, and clinical databases.

Coding Guidelines for I27.841

Always refer to the official ICD-10-CM Tabular List for complete coding guidelines. Ensure documentation supports the specificity of the code selected. When in doubt, consult a certified medical coder or the latest CMS guidelines.

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where I27.841 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is I27.841 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, I27.841 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does I27.841 mean?

I27.841 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Fontan-associated lymphatic dysfunction". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of I27.841?

The parent code of I27.841 is I27.84 ("Fontan related circulation"). I27.841 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is I27.841 in?

I27.841 is located in Section I26-I28 — "Pulmonary heart disease and diseases of pulmonary circulation" within Chapter 9 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use I27.841?

Use I27.841 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Fontan-associated lymphatic dysfunction" 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 Fontan-associated lymphatic dysfunction?

The ICD-10-CM code for Fontan-associated lymphatic dysfunction is I27.841.

Can I27.841 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, I27.841 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is I27.841 in?

I27.841 is in Chapter 9 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is I27.841 valid for 2026?

Yes, I27.841 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.

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Code Details
I27.841
Fontan-associated lymphatic dysfunction
Billable / Specific Code
9 — Diseases of the circulatory system (I00-I99)
I26-I28 — Pulmonary heart disease and diseases of pulmonary circulation
2026 ICD-10-CM