I87.2
Billable

Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)

Billable / Specific Code

What is Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)?

ICD-10-CM I87.2 is the diagnosis code for Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral). This code falls under the section "Diseases of veins, lymphatic vessels and lymph nodes, not elsewhere classified" 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
⛔ Excludes1

Coding Guidelines for I87.2

✅ This Code Includes

  • Stasis dermatitis

⛔ Type 1 Excludes (Never code together)

The following conditions should never be coded at the same time as I87.2. They are mutually exclusive:

  • stasis dermatitis with varicose veins of lower extremities (I83.1-, I83.2-)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where I87.2 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Related Codes

Frequently Asked Questions

Is I87.2 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, I87.2 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does I87.2 mean?

I87.2 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of I87.2?

The parent code of I87.2 is I87 ("Other disorders of veins"). I87.2 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is I87.2 in?

I87.2 is located in Section I80-I89 — "Diseases of veins, lymphatic vessels and lymph nodes, not elsewhere classified" within Chapter 9 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use I87.2?

Use I87.2 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)" 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 Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)?

The ICD-10-CM code for Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral) is I87.2.

Can I87.2 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, I87.2 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is I87.2 in?

I87.2 is in Chapter 9 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What conditions are excluded from I87.2?

Type 1 Excludes for I87.2 include: stasis dermatitis with varicose veins of lower extremities (I83.1-, I83.2-).

Is I87.2 valid for 2026?

Yes, I87.2 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
I87.2
Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)
Billable / Specific Code
9 — Diseases of the circulatory system (I00-I99)
I80-I89 — Diseases of veins, lymphatic vessels and lymph nodes, not elsewhere classified
2026 ICD-10-CM