Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
ICD-10-CM I26.0 is the diagnosis code for Pulmonary embolism with acute cor pulmonale. This code falls under the section "Pulmonary heart disease and diseases of pulmonary circulation" 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 I26.0 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:
No, I26.0 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.
I26.0 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Pulmonary embolism with acute cor pulmonale". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.
The parent code of I26.0 is I26 ("Pulmonary embolism"). I26.0 provides a more specific classification within this category.
I26.0 is located in Section I26-I28 — "Pulmonary heart disease and diseases of pulmonary circulation" within Chapter 9 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.
I26.0 has 5 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: I26.01, I26.02, I26.03, I26.04, I26.09.
Use I26.0 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Pulmonary embolism with acute cor pulmonale" 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 Pulmonary embolism with acute cor pulmonale is I26.0.
No, I26.0 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.
I26.0 is in Chapter 9 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.
Yes, I26.0 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.