2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code I26Pulmonary embolism
I26 is a non-billable ICD-10-CM category code for pulmonary embolism, so it cannot be submitted on claims. Use a more specific code from this category instead, such as I26.01, I26.02, I26.03, and I26.04.
Code Identity
Code Classification
Specific Coding for Pulmonary embolismOverview
Non-specific codes like I26 require more characters. Use one of these billable codes instead:
I26.0 for Pulmonary embolism with acute cor pulmonale
Use I26.01 for Septic pulmonary embolism with acute cor pulmonale
Use I26.02 for Saddle embolus of pulmonary artery with acute cor pulmonale
Use I26.03 for Cement embolism of pulmonary artery with acute cor pulmonale
Use I26.04 for Fat embolism of pulmonary artery with acute cor pulmonale
Use I26.09 for Other pulmonary embolism with acute cor pulmonale
I26.9 for Pulmonary embolism without acute cor pulmonale
Use I26.90 for Septic pulmonary embolism without acute cor pulmonale
Use I26.92 for Saddle embolus of pulmonary artery without acute cor pulmonale
Use I26.93 for Single subsegmental thrombotic pulmonary embolism without acute cor pulmonale
Use I26.94 for Multiple subsegmental thrombotic pulmonary emboli without acute cor pulmonale
Use I26.95 for Cement embolism of pulmonary artery without acute cor pulmonale
Use I26.96 for Fat embolism of pulmonary artery without acute cor pulmonale
Use I26.99 for Other pulmonary embolism without acute cor pulmonale
Tabular List NotesGuidance
Coding notes and annotation back-references applicable to this code.
Includes
- pulmonary (acute) (artery)(vein) infarction
- pulmonary (acute) (artery)(vein) thromboembolism
- pulmonary (acute) (artery)(vein) thrombosis
Type 1 Excludes
- cor pulmonale without embolism I27.81
Type 2 Excludes
- chronic pulmonary embolism I27.82
- personal history of pulmonary embolism Z86.711
- pulmonary embolism complicating abortion, ectopic or molar pregnancy O00 O07 O08.2
- pulmonary embolism complicating pregnancy, childbirth and the puerperium O88
- pulmonary embolism due to trauma T79.0 T79.1
- pulmonary embolism due to complications of surgical and medical care T80.0 T81.7 T82.8
- septic non-pulmonary arterial embolism I76
This note appears immediately under a three character code title to further define, or give examples of, the content of the category.
A type 1 excludes note is a pure excludes note. It means "NOT CODED HERE!" An Excludes1 note indicates that the code excluded should never be used at the same time as the code above the Excludes1 note. An Excludes1 is used when two conditions cannot occur together, such as a congenital form versus an acquired form of the same condition.
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.
Clinical InformationClinical
Pulmonary Embolism
blocking of the pulmonary artery or one of its branches by an embolus.
Patient EducationClinical
Pulmonary Embolism
A pulmonary embolism (PE) is a sudden blockage in a lung artery. It usually happens when a blood clot breaks loose and travels through the bloodstream to the lungs. PE is a serious condition that can cause:
The full article covers:
- What is a pulmonary embolism (PE)?
- What causes a pulmonary embolism (PE)?
- Who is more likely to develop a pulmonary embolism (PE)?
- What are the symptoms of a pulmonary embolism (PE)?
- How is a pulmonary embolism (PE) diagnosed?
- What are the treatments for a pulmonary embolism (PE)?
- Can pulmonary embolism (PE) be prevented?
Read the full article at MedlinePlus
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