I72
Non-Billable

Other aneurysm

Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code

What is Other aneurysm?

ICD-10-CM I72 is the diagnosis code for Other aneurysm. 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.

â„šī¸ Excludes2

Coding Guidelines for I72

â„šī¸ Type 2 Excludes (Code separately if applicable)

The following conditions are not included in I72. If the patient has both, code each condition separately:

  • acquired aneurysm (I77.0)
  • aneurysm (of) aorta (I71.-)
  • aneurysm (of) arteriovenous NOS (Q27.3-)
  • carotid artery dissection (I77.71)
  • cerebral (nonruptured) aneurysm (I67.1)
  • coronary aneurysm (I25.4)
  • coronary artery dissection (I25.42)
  • dissection of artery NEC (I77.79)
  • dissection of precerebral artery, congenital (nonruptured) (Q28.1)
  • heart aneurysm (I25.3)
  • iliac artery dissection (I77.72)
  • precerebral artery, congential (nonruptured) (Q28.1)
  • pulmonary artery aneurysm (I28.1)
  • renal artery dissection (I77.73)
  • retinal aneurysm (H35.0)
  • ruptured cerebral aneurysm (I60.7)
  • varicose aneurysm (I77.0)
  • vertebral artery dissection (I77.74)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where I72 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Sub-Codes 9 entries
I72.0Aneurysm of carotid arteryBillableI72.1Aneurysm of artery of upper extremityBillableI72.2Aneurysm of renal arteryBillableI72.3Aneurysm of iliac arteryBillableI72.4Aneurysm of artery of lower extremityBillableI72.5Aneurysm of other precerebral arteriesBillableI72.6Aneurysm of vertebral arteryBillableI72.8Aneurysm of other specified arteriesBillableI72.9Aneurysm of unspecified siteBillable
Related Codes

Frequently Asked Questions

Is I72 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

No, I72 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.

What does I72 mean?

I72 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Other aneurysm". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What section is I72 in?

I72 is located in Section I70-I79 — "Diseases of arteries, arterioles and capillaries" within Chapter 9 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What are the sub-codes of I72?

I72 has 9 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: I72.0, I72.1, I72.2, I72.3, I72.4 and more.

When should I use I72?

Use I72 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Other aneurysm" 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 aneurysm?

The ICD-10-CM code for Other aneurysm is I72.

Can I72 be used for primary diagnosis?

No, I72 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.

What chapter is I72 in?

I72 is in Chapter 9 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is I72 valid for 2026?

Yes, I72 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
I72
Other aneurysm
Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
9 — Diseases of the circulatory system (I00-I99)
I70-I79 — Diseases of arteries, arterioles and capillaries
2026 ICD-10-CM