I81
Billable

Portal vein thrombosis

Billable / Specific Code

What is Portal vein thrombosis?

ICD-10-CM I81 is the diagnosis code for Portal vein thrombosis. This code falls under the section "Diseases of veins, lymphatic vessels and lymph nodes, not elsewhere classified" 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
â„šī¸ Excludes2

Coding Guidelines for I81

✅ This Code Includes

  • Portal (vein) obstruction

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

The following conditions are not included in I81. If the patient has both, code each condition separately:

  • hepatic vein thrombosis (I82.0)
  • phlebitis of portal vein (K75.1)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where I81 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is I81 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, I81 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does I81 mean?

I81 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Portal vein thrombosis". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What section is I81 in?

I81 is located in Section I80-I89 — "Diseases of veins, lymphatic vessels and lymph nodes, not elsewhere classified" within Chapter 9 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use I81?

Use I81 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Portal vein thrombosis" 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 Portal vein thrombosis?

The ICD-10-CM code for Portal vein thrombosis is I81.

Can I81 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, I81 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is I81 in?

I81 is in Chapter 9 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is I81 valid for 2026?

Yes, I81 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
I81
Portal vein thrombosis
Billable / Specific Code
9 — Diseases of the circulatory system (I00-I99)
I80-I89 — Diseases of veins, lymphatic vessels and lymph nodes, not elsewhere classified
2026 ICD-10-CM