I26.99
Billable

Other pulmonary embolism without acute cor pulmonale

Billable / Specific Code

What is Other pulmonary embolism without acute cor pulmonale?

ICD-10-CM I26.99 is the diagnosis code for Other pulmonary embolism without 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 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

Coding Guidelines for I26.99

✅ This Code Includes

  • Acute pulmonary embolism NOS
  • Other thrombotic pulmonary embolism without acute cor pulmonale
  • Pulmonary embolism NOS

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where I26.99 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is I26.99 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, I26.99 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does I26.99 mean?

I26.99 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Other pulmonary embolism without acute cor pulmonale". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of I26.99?

The parent code of I26.99 is I26.9 ("Pulmonary embolism without acute cor pulmonale"). I26.99 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is I26.99 in?

I26.99 is located in Section I26-I28 — "Pulmonary heart disease and diseases of pulmonary circulation" within Chapter 9 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use I26.99?

Use I26.99 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Other pulmonary embolism without acute cor pulmonale" 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 Other pulmonary embolism without acute cor pulmonale?

The ICD-10-CM code for Other pulmonary embolism without acute cor pulmonale is I26.99.

Can I26.99 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, I26.99 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is I26.99 in?

I26.99 is in Chapter 9 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is I26.99 valid for 2026?

Yes, I26.99 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
I26.99
Other pulmonary embolism without acute cor pulmonale
Billable / Specific Code
9 — Diseases of the circulatory system (I00-I99)
I26-I28 — Pulmonary heart disease and diseases of pulmonary circulation
2026 ICD-10-CM