K76
Non-Billable

Other diseases of liver

Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code

What is Other diseases of liver?

ICD-10-CM K76 is the diagnosis code for Other diseases of liver. This code falls under the section "Diseases of liver" within Chapter 11 — Diseases of the digestive system (K00-K95). 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 K76

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

The following conditions are not included in K76. If the patient has both, code each condition separately:

  • alcoholic liver disease (K70.-)
  • amyloid degeneration of liver (E85.-)
  • cystic disease of liver (congenital) (Q44.6)
  • hepatic vein thrombosis (I82.0)
  • hepatomegaly NOS (R16.0)
  • pigmentary cirrhosis (of liver) (E83.110)
  • portal vein thrombosis (I81)
  • toxic liver disease (K71.-)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where K76 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Sub-Codes 10 entries
K76.0Fatty (change of) liver, not elsewhere classifiedBillableK76.1Chronic passive congestion of liverBillableK76.2Central hemorrhagic necrosis of liverBillableK76.3Infarction of liverBillableK76.4Peliosis hepatisBillableK76.5Hepatic veno-occlusive diseaseBillableK76.6Portal hypertensionBillableK76.7Hepatorenal syndromeBillableK76.8Other specified diseases of liverNon-BillableK76.81Hepatopulmonary syndromeBillableK76.82Hepatic encephalopathyBillableK76.89Other specified diseases of liverBillableK76.9Liver disease, unspecifiedBillable
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is K76 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

No, K76 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.

What does K76 mean?

K76 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Other diseases of liver". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What section is K76 in?

K76 is located in Section K70-K77 — "Diseases of liver" within Chapter 11 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What are the sub-codes of K76?

K76 has 10 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: K76.0, K76.1, K76.2, K76.3, K76.4 and more.

When should I use K76?

Use K76 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Other diseases of liver" 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 diseases of liver?

The ICD-10-CM code for Other diseases of liver is K76.

Can K76 be used for primary diagnosis?

No, K76 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.

What chapter is K76 in?

K76 is in Chapter 11 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is K76 valid for 2026?

Yes, K76 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
K76
Other diseases of liver
Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
11 — Diseases of the digestive system (K00-K95)
K70-K77 — Diseases of liver
2026 ICD-10-CM