I77.812
Billable

Thoracoabdominal aortic ectasia

Billable / Specific Code

What is Thoracoabdominal aortic ectasia?

ICD-10-CM I77.812 is the diagnosis code for Thoracoabdominal aortic ectasia. 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 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.

Coding Guidelines for I77.812

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.

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where I77.812 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is I77.812 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, I77.812 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does I77.812 mean?

I77.812 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Thoracoabdominal aortic ectasia". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of I77.812?

The parent code of I77.812 is I77.81 ("Aortic ectasia"). I77.812 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is I77.812 in?

I77.812 is located in Section I70-I79 — "Diseases of arteries, arterioles and capillaries" within Chapter 9 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use I77.812?

Use I77.812 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Thoracoabdominal aortic ectasia" 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 Thoracoabdominal aortic ectasia?

The ICD-10-CM code for Thoracoabdominal aortic ectasia is I77.812.

Can I77.812 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, I77.812 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is I77.812 in?

I77.812 is in Chapter 9 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is I77.812 valid for 2026?

Yes, I77.812 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
I77.812
Thoracoabdominal aortic ectasia
Billable / Specific Code
9 — Diseases of the circulatory system (I00-I99)
I70-I79 — Diseases of arteries, arterioles and capillaries
2026 ICD-10-CM