K75.1
Billable

Phlebitis of portal vein

Billable / Specific Code

What is Phlebitis of portal vein?

ICD-10-CM K75.1 is the diagnosis code for Phlebitis of portal vein. This code falls under the section "Diseases of liver" within Chapter 11 — Diseases of the digestive system (K00-K95). 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 K75.1

✅ This Code Includes

  • Pylephlebitis

⛔ Type 1 Excludes (Never code together)

The following conditions should never be coded at the same time as K75.1. They are mutually exclusive:

  • pylephlebitic liver abscess (K75.0)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where K75.1 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Related Codes

Frequently Asked Questions

Is K75.1 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, K75.1 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does K75.1 mean?

K75.1 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Phlebitis of portal vein". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of K75.1?

The parent code of K75.1 is K75 ("Other inflammatory liver diseases"). K75.1 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is K75.1 in?

K75.1 is located in Section K70-K77 — "Diseases of liver" within Chapter 11 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use K75.1?

Use K75.1 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Phlebitis of portal vein" 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 Phlebitis of portal vein?

The ICD-10-CM code for Phlebitis of portal vein is K75.1.

Can K75.1 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, K75.1 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is K75.1 in?

K75.1 is in Chapter 11 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What conditions are excluded from K75.1?

Type 1 Excludes for K75.1 include: pylephlebitic liver abscess (K75.0).

Is K75.1 valid for 2026?

Yes, K75.1 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
K75.1
Phlebitis of portal vein
Billable / Specific Code
11 — Diseases of the digestive system (K00-K95)
K70-K77 — Diseases of liver
2026 ICD-10-CM