Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
ICD-10-CM I11 is the diagnosis code for Hypertensive heart disease. This code falls under the section "Hypertensive 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.
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.
Understanding where I11 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:
No, I11 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.
I11 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Hypertensive heart disease". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.
I11 is located in Section I10-I1A — "Hypertensive diseases" within Chapter 9 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.
I11 has 2 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: I11.0, I11.9.
Use I11 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Hypertensive heart disease" and the clinical documentation supports this level of specificity. Always verify with the latest ICD-10-CM guidelines and payer requirements.
The ICD-10-CM code for Hypertensive heart disease is I11.
No, I11 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.
I11 is in Chapter 9 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.
Yes, I11 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.