I47.2
Non-Billable

Ventricular tachycardia

Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code

What is Ventricular tachycardia?

ICD-10-CM I47.2 is the diagnosis code for Ventricular tachycardia. This code falls under the section "Other forms of heart disease" 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.

Coding Guidelines for I47.2

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 I47.2 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Sub-Codes 3 entries
I47.20Ventricular tachycardia, unspecifiedBillableI47.21Torsades de pointesBillableI47.29Other ventricular tachycardiaBillable
Related Codes

Frequently Asked Questions

Is I47.2 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

No, I47.2 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.

What does I47.2 mean?

I47.2 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Ventricular tachycardia". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of I47.2?

The parent code of I47.2 is I47 ("Paroxysmal tachycardia"). I47.2 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is I47.2 in?

I47.2 is located in Section I30-I5A — "Other forms of heart disease" within Chapter 9 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What are the sub-codes of I47.2?

I47.2 has 3 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: I47.20, I47.21, I47.29.

When should I use I47.2?

Use I47.2 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Ventricular tachycardia" 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 Ventricular tachycardia?

The ICD-10-CM code for Ventricular tachycardia is I47.2.

Can I47.2 be used for primary diagnosis?

No, I47.2 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.

What chapter is I47.2 in?

I47.2 is in Chapter 9 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is I47.2 valid for 2026?

Yes, I47.2 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.

See Also

← PreviousI47.19Other supraventricular tachycardiaNext →I47.20Ventricular tachycardia, unspecified
Code Details
I47.2
Ventricular tachycardia
Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
9 — Diseases of the circulatory system (I00-I99)
I30-I5A — Other forms of heart disease
2026 ICD-10-CM