Version 2024

2024 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code I72

Other aneurysm

ICD-10-CM Code:
I72
ICD-10 Code for:
Other aneurysm
Is Billable?
Not Valid for Submission
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Code Classification

  • Diseases of the circulatory system
    (I00–I99)
    • Diseases of arteries, arterioles and capillaries
      (I70-I79)
      • Other aneurysm
        (I72)

I72 is a non-specific and non-billable diagnosis code code, consider using a code with a higher level of specificity for a diagnosis of other aneurysm. The code is not specific and is NOT valid for the year 2024 for the submission of HIPAA-covered transactions. Category or Header define the heading of a category of codes that may be further subdivided by the use of 4th, 5th, 6th or 7th characters.

Specific Coding Applicable to Other aneurysm

Non-specific codes like I72 require more digits to indicate the appropriate level of specificity. Consider using any of the following ICD-10-CM codes with a higher level of specificity when coding for other aneurysm:

  • Use I72.0 for Aneurysm of carotid artery - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use I72.1 for Aneurysm of artery of upper extremity - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use I72.2 for Aneurysm of renal artery - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use I72.3 for Aneurysm of iliac artery - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use I72.4 for Aneurysm of artery of lower extremity - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use I72.5 for Aneurysm of other precerebral arteries - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use I72.6 for Aneurysm of vertebral artery - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use I72.8 for Aneurysm of other specified arteries - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use I72.9 for Aneurysm of unspecified site - BILLABLE CODE

Clinical Information

  • Aneurysm

    pathological outpouching or sac-like dilatation in the wall of any blood vessel (arteries or veins) or the heart (heart aneurysm). it indicates a thin and weakened area in the wall which may later rupture. aneurysms are classified by location, etiology, or other characteristics.
  • Aneurysm, Aortic Arch

    an abnormal balloon- or sac-like dilatation in the wall of the aortic arch.
  • Aneurysm, Ascending Aorta

    an abnormal balloon- or sac-like dilatation in the wall of the ascending aorta.
  • Aneurysm, False

    not an aneurysm but a well-defined collection of blood and connective tissue outside the wall of a blood vessel or the heart. it is the containment of a ruptured blood vessel or heart, such as sealing a rupture of the left ventricle. false aneurysm is formed by organized thrombus and hematoma in surrounding tissue.
  • Aneurysm, Infected

    aneurysm due to growth of microorganisms in the arterial wall, or infection arising within preexisting arteriosclerotic aneurysms.
  • Aneurysm, Ruptured

    the tearing or bursting of the weakened wall of the aneurysmal sac, usually heralded by sudden worsening pain. the great danger of a ruptured aneurysm is the large amount of blood spilling into the surrounding tissues and cavities, causing hemorrhagic shock.
  • Aortic Aneurysm

    an abnormal balloon- or sac-like dilatation in the wall of aorta.
  • Aortic Aneurysm, Abdominal

    an abnormal balloon- or sac-like dilatation in the wall of the abdominal aorta which gives rise to the visceral, the parietal, and the terminal (iliac) branches below the aortic hiatus at the diaphragm.
  • Aortic Aneurysm, Thoracic

    an abnormal balloon- or sac-like dilatation in the wall of the thoracic aorta. this proximal descending portion of aorta gives rise to the visceral and the parietal branches above the aortic hiatus at the diaphragm.
  • Aortic Aneurysm, Thoracoabdominal

    an abnormal balloon- or sac-like dilatation in the wall of abdominal aorta at the aortic hiatus.
  • Aortic Dissection

    a tear in the inner layer of the aorta leading to interstitial hemorrhage, and splitting (dissecting) of the aortic tunica media layer. it typically begins with a tear in the tunica intima layer.
  • Aortic Root Aneurysm

    an abnormal balloon- or sac-like dilatation in the wall of the aortic root.
  • Aortic Rupture

    the tearing or bursting of the wall along any portion of the aorta, such as thoracic or abdominal. it may result from the rupture of an aneurysm or it may be due to trauma.
  • Arteriovenous Fistula

    an abnormal direct communication between an artery and a vein without passing through the capillaries. an a-v fistula usually leads to the formation of a dilated sac-like connection, arteriovenous aneurysm. the locations and size of the shunts determine the degree of effects on the cardiovascular functions such as blood pressure and heart rate.
  • Bone Cysts, Aneurysmal

    fibrous blood-filled cyst in the bone. although benign it can be destructive causing deformity and fractures.
  • Coronary Aneurysm

    abnormal balloon- or sac-like dilatation in the wall of coronary vessels. most coronary aneurysms are due to coronary atherosclerosis, and the rest are due to inflammatory diseases, such as kawasaki disease.
  • Descending Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm

    an abnormal balloon- or sac-like dilatation in the wall of the descending thoracic aorta.
  • Endovascular Aneurysm Repair

    endovascular surgery used to treat an aortic aneurysm. it involves implanting an endovascular stent graft around dilated vessel area reinforcing the wall and creating an artificial lumen through which blood can circulate bypassing aneurysm sac.
  • Heart Aneurysm

    a localized bulging or dilatation in the muscle wall of a heart (myocardium), usually in the left ventricle. blood-filled aneurysms are dangerous because they may burst. fibrous aneurysms interfere with the heart function through the loss of contractility. true aneurysm is bound by the vessel wall or cardiac wall. false aneurysms are hematoma caused by myocardial rupture.
  • Iliac Aneurysm

    abnormal balloon- or sac-like dilatation in the wall of any one of the iliac arteries including the common, the internal, or the external iliac artery.
  • Intracranial Aneurysm

    abnormal outpouching in the wall of intracranial blood vessels. most common are the saccular (berry) aneurysms located at branch points in circle of willis at the base of the brain. vessel rupture results in subarachnoid hemorrhage or intracranial hemorrhages. giant aneurysms (>2.5 cm in diameter) may compress adjacent structures, including the oculomotor nerve. (from adams et al., principles of neurology, 6th ed, p841)
  • Microaneurysm

    aneurysm of the microvasculature. charcot–bouchard aneurysms are aneurysms of the brain vasculature which is a common cause of cerebral hemorrhage. retinal microaneurysm is an early diagnostic sign of diabetic retinopathy.
  • Popliteal Artery Aneurysm

    an abnormal balloon- or sac-like dilatation in the wall of the popliteal artery located behind the knee joint.
  • Subarachnoid Hemorrhage

    bleeding into the intracranial or spinal subarachnoid space, most resulting from intracranial aneurysm rupture. it can occur after traumatic injuries (subarachnoid hemorrhage, traumatic). clinical features include headache; nausea; vomiting, nuchal rigidity, variable neurological deficits and reduced mental status.
  • Aorta

    the main trunk of the systemic arteries.
  • Iliac Artery

    either of two large arteries originating from the abdominal aorta; they supply blood to the pelvis, abdominal wall and legs.

Tabular List of Diseases and Injuries

The following annotation back-references are applicable to this diagnosis code. The Tabular List of Diseases and Injuries is a list of ICD-10-CM codes, organized "head to toe" into chapters and sections with coding notes and guidance for inclusions, exclusions, descriptions and more.


Includes

Includes
This note appears immediately under a three character code title to further define, or give examples of, the content of the category.
  • aneurysm (cirsoid) (false) (ruptured)

Type 2 Excludes

Type 2 Excludes
A type 2 excludes note represents "Not included here". An excludes2 note indicates that the condition excluded is not part of the condition represented by the code, but a patient may have both conditions at the same time. When an Excludes2 note appears under a code, it is acceptable to use both the code and the excluded code together, when appropriate.
  • 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

Patient Education


Aneurysms

An aneurysm is a bulge or "ballooning" in the wall of an artery. Arteries are blood vessels that carry oxygen-rich blood from the heart to other parts of the body. If an aneurysm grows large, it can burst and cause dangerous bleeding or even death.

Most aneurysms occur in the aorta, the main artery that runs from the heart through the chest and abdomen. Aneurysms also can happen in arteries in the brain, heart and other parts of the body. If an aneurysm in the brain bursts, it causes a stroke.

Aneurysms can develop and become large before causing any symptoms. Often doctors can stop aneurysms from bursting if they find and treat them early. They use imaging tests to find aneurysms. Often aneurysms are found by chance during tests done for other reasons. Medicines and surgery are the two main treatments for aneurysms.

NIH: National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute


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Code History

  • FY 2024 - No Change, effective from 10/1/2023 through 9/30/2024
  • FY 2023 - No Change, effective from 10/1/2022 through 9/30/2023
  • FY 2022 - No Change, effective from 10/1/2021 through 9/30/2022
  • FY 2021 - No Change, effective from 10/1/2020 through 9/30/2021
  • FY 2020 - No Change, effective from 10/1/2019 through 9/30/2020
  • FY 2019 - No Change, effective from 10/1/2018 through 9/30/2019
  • FY 2018 - No Change, effective from 10/1/2017 through 9/30/2018
  • FY 2017 - No Change, effective from 10/1/2016 through 9/30/2017
  • FY 2016 - New Code, effective from 10/1/2015 through 9/30/2016. This was the first year ICD-10-CM was implemented into the HIPAA code set.