I72.5
Billable

Aneurysm of other precerebral arteries

Billable / Specific Code

What is Aneurysm of other precerebral arteries?

ICD-10-CM I72.5 is the diagnosis code for Aneurysm of other precerebral arteries. This code falls under the section "Diseases of arteries, arterioles and capillaries" 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.

💡 Inclusions
â„šī¸ Excludes2

Coding Guidelines for I72.5

✅ This Code Includes

  • Aneurysm of basilar artery (trunk)

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

The following conditions are not included in I72.5. If the patient has both, code each condition separately:

  • aneurysm of carotid artery (I72.0)
  • aneurysm of vertebral artery (I72.6)
  • dissection of carotid artery (I77.71)
  • dissection of other precerebral arteries (I77.75)
  • dissection of vertebral artery (I77.74)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where I72.5 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Current CodeI72.5 — Aneurysm of other precerebral arteries
Related Codes

Frequently Asked Questions

Is I72.5 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, I72.5 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does I72.5 mean?

I72.5 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Aneurysm of other precerebral arteries". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of I72.5?

The parent code of I72.5 is I72 ("Other aneurysm"). I72.5 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is I72.5 in?

I72.5 is located in Section I70-I79 — "Diseases of arteries, arterioles and capillaries" within Chapter 9 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use I72.5?

Use I72.5 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Aneurysm of other precerebral arteries" 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 Aneurysm of other precerebral arteries?

The ICD-10-CM code for Aneurysm of other precerebral arteries is I72.5.

Can I72.5 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, I72.5 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is I72.5 in?

I72.5 is in Chapter 9 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is I72.5 valid for 2026?

Yes, I72.5 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
I72.5
Aneurysm of other precerebral arteries
Billable / Specific Code
9 — Diseases of the circulatory system (I00-I99)
I70-I79 — Diseases of arteries, arterioles and capillaries
2026 ICD-10-CM