I60
Non-Billable

Nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage

Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code

What is Nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage?

ICD-10-CM I60 is the diagnosis code for Nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage. This code falls under the section "Cerebrovascular 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 I60

⛔ Type 1 Excludes (Never code together)

The following conditions should never be coded at the same time as I60. They are mutually exclusive:

  • syphilitic ruptured cerebral aneurysm (A52.05)

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

The following conditions are not included in I60. If the patient has both, code each condition separately:

  • sequelae of subarachnoid hemorrhage (I69.0-)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where I60 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Current CodeI60 — Nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage
Sub-Codes 10 entries
I60.0Nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage from carotid siphon and bifurcationNon-BillableI60.00Nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage from unspecified carotid siphon and bifurcationBillableI60.01Nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage from right carotid siphon and bifurcationBillableI60.02Nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage from left carotid siphon and bifurcationBillableI60.1Nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage from middle cerebral arteryNon-BillableI60.10Nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage from unspecified middle cerebral arteryBillableI60.11Nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage from right middle cerebral arteryBillableI60.12Nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage from left middle cerebral arteryBillableI60.2Nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage from anterior communicating arteryBillableI60.3Nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage from posterior communicating arteryNon-BillableI60.30Nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage from unspecified posterior communicating arteryBillableI60.31Nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage from right posterior communicating arteryBillableI60.32Nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage from left posterior communicating arteryBillableI60.4Nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage from basilar arteryBillableI60.5Nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage from vertebral arteryNon-BillableI60.50Nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage from unspecified vertebral arteryBillableI60.51Nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage from right vertebral arteryBillableI60.52Nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage from left vertebral arteryBillableI60.6Nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage from other intracranial arteriesBillableI60.7Nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage from unspecified intracranial arteryBillableI60.8Other nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhageBillableI60.9Nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage, unspecifiedBillable
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is I60 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

No, I60 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.

What does I60 mean?

I60 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What section is I60 in?

I60 is located in Section I60-I69 — "Cerebrovascular diseases" within Chapter 9 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What are the sub-codes of I60?

I60 has 10 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: I60.0, I60.1, I60.2, I60.3, I60.4 and more.

When should I use I60?

Use I60 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage" 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 Nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage?

The ICD-10-CM code for Nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage is I60.

Can I60 be used for primary diagnosis?

No, I60 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.

What chapter is I60 in?

I60 is in Chapter 9 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What conditions are excluded from I60?

Type 1 Excludes for I60 include: syphilitic ruptured cerebral aneurysm (A52.05).

Is I60 valid for 2026?

Yes, I60 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
I60
Nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage
Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
9 — Diseases of the circulatory system (I00-I99)
I60-I69 — Cerebrovascular diseases
2026 ICD-10-CM