Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
ICD-10-CM I71 is the diagnosis code for Aortic aneurysm and dissection. This code falls under the section "Diseases of arteries, arterioles and capillaries" 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 I71 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:
No, I71 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.
I71 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Aortic aneurysm and dissection". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.
I71 is located in Section I70-I79 — "Diseases of arteries, arterioles and capillaries" within Chapter 9 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.
I71 has 9 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: I71.0, I71.1, I71.2, I71.3, I71.4 and more.
Use I71 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Aortic aneurysm and dissection" 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 Aortic aneurysm and dissection is I71.
No, I71 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.
I71 is in Chapter 9 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.
Yes, I71 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.