2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code I70.744Atherosclerosis of other type of bypass graft(s) of the left leg with ulceration of heel and midfoot

ICD-10-CM Codes›I00–I99›I70-I79›I70

ICD-10-CM I70.744
CMSSource: CMS FY 2026 ICD-10-CM dataset · Effective Oct 1, 2025 – Sep 30, 2026

I70.744 is a billable ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for atherosclerosis of other type of bypass graft(s) of the left leg with ulceration of heel and midfoot. It is valid on HIPAA claims for fiscal year 2026 (October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026) and groups to MS-DRG 299 through 301. The code is restricted by the Medicare Code Editor to adult patients (age 15 through 124). In AHRQ's Clinical Classifications Software (CCSR), this diagnosis falls under Peripheral and visceral vascular disease.

Code Identity

ICD-10-CM Code
I70.744
Billable Status
Yes — Valid for Submission
Code Describes
Atherosclerosis of other type of bypass graft(s) of the left leg with ulceration of heel and midfoot
Short Description
Athscl type of bypass of left leg w ulcer of heel and midft
Parent Code
I70.74
Atherosclerosis of other type of bypass graft(s) of the left leg with ulceration

Code Classification

ChapterI00–I99Diseases of the circulatory system
SectionI70-I79Diseases of arteries, arterioles and capillaries
CategoryI70Atherosclerosis
This CodeI70.744Atherosclerosis of other type of bypass graft(s) of the left leg with ulceration of heel and midfoot

Code EditsBilling

Medicare Code Editor checks that affect claim validity for I70.744.

Adult diagnoses
The Medicare Code Editor detects inconsistencies in adult cases by checking a patient's age and any diagnosis on the patient's record. The adult code edits apply to patients age range is 15–124 years inclusive (e.g., senile delirium, mature cataract).

Tabular List NotesGuidance

Coding notes and annotation back-references applicable to this code.

Inclusion Terms

  • Atherosclerosis of other type of bypass graft(s) of left leg with ulceration of plantar surface of midfoot

Index to Diseases and InjuriesGuidance

Alphabetical index entries that point to this code.

External Cause of Injuries IndexGuidance

References for this code in the External Cause of Injuries Index.

    • Arteriosclerosis, arteriosclerotic(diffuse) (obliterans) (of) (senile) (with calcification)
      • with
        • critical limb ischemia
          • bypass graft
            • specified graft NEC
              • leg
                • left
                  • with
                    • ulceration (and intermittent claudication and rest pain)
                      • heel
    • Arteriosclerosis, arteriosclerotic(diffuse) (obliterans) (of) (senile) (with calcification)
      • with
        • critical limb ischemia
          • bypass graft
            • specified graft NEC
              • leg
                • left
                  • with
                    • ulceration (and intermittent claudication and rest pain)
                      • midfoot
    • Arteriosclerosis, arteriosclerotic(diffuse) (obliterans) (of) (senile) (with calcification)
      • extremities (native arteries)
        • bypass graft
          • specified graft NEC
            • leg
              • left
                • with
                  • ulceration (and intermittent claudication and rest pain)
                    • heel
    • Arteriosclerosis, arteriosclerotic(diffuse) (obliterans) (of) (senile) (with calcification)
      • extremities (native arteries)
        • bypass graft
          • specified graft NEC
            • leg
              • left
                • with
                  • ulceration (and intermittent claudication and rest pain)
                    • midfoot

Clinical ClassificationClinical

AHRQ’s CCSR groups this code into broader clinical categories.

CCSR CIR026
Peripheral and visceral vascular disease
Default principal diagnosis: inpatient Yes · outpatient Yes

Patient EducationClinical

Atherosclerosis

Atherosclerosis is a condition in which plaque builds up inside your arteries. Plaque is a sticky substance made up of cholesterol, fat, blood cells, calcium, and other substances found in the blood. Over time, plaque hardens and causes your arteries to narrow. That limits the flow of oxygen-rich blood to your body.

The full article covers:

  • What is atherosclerosis?
  • What causes atherosclerosis?
  • Who is more likely to develop atherosclerosis?
  • What are the symptoms of atherosclerosis?
  • What other problems can atherosclerosis cause?
  • How is atherosclerosis diagnosed?
  • What are the treatments for atherosclerosis?
  • Can atherosclerosis be prevented?

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Convert I70.744 to ICD-9-CMHistory

The closest ICD-9-CM equivalents under the General Equivalence Mappings.

ICD-9-CM
440.30 Athscl extrm bps gft NOS
ApproximateCombination The match is approximate, and more than one code can be needed to describe the source diagnosis. Confirm with contextual judgment.
ICD-9-CM
707.14 Ulcer of heel & midfoot
ApproximateCombination The match is approximate, and more than one code can be needed to describe the source diagnosis. Confirm with contextual judgment.

Code HistoryHistory

FY 2016AddedAdded to the ICD-10-CM code setEffective October 1, 2015, the first year of ICD-10-CM.
FY 2017–2025No changes
FY 2026CurrentCurrent code set, no changesEffective October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026.

Questions About I70.744Overview

Is I70.744 a billable code?

Yes. This is a billable ICD-10-CM code, specific enough to report atherosclerosis of other type of bypass graft(s) of the left leg with ulceration of heel and midfoot on HIPAA-covered claims from October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026.

What MS-DRG does I70.744 group to?

When atherosclerosis of other type of bypass graft(s) of the left leg with ulceration of heel and midfoot is the principal diagnosis on an inpatient stay, it groups to MS-DRG 299, 300, 301, with relative weights from 0.7197 to 1.6327 depending on complications. Higher weights mean higher Medicare reimbursement.

Who can I70.744 be reported for?

The Medicare Code Editor checks atherosclerosis of other type of bypass graft(s) of the left leg with ulceration of heel and midfoot against patient demographics: this code is intended for adult patients (age 15 through 124). Claims outside these limits are flagged as inconsistent.

What is the ICD-9 equivalent of I70.744?

Under the General Equivalence Mappings, atherosclerosis of other type of bypass graft(s) of the left leg with ulceration of heel and midfoot converts to ICD-9-CM 440.30 (athscl extrm bps gft NOS) and 707.14 (ulcer of heel & midfoot). The mapping is approximate, so confirm the match fits the documentation.

Footnotes

[1] Chronic - a chronic condition code indicates a condition lasting 12 months or longer and its effect on the patient based on one or both of the following criteria:

  • The condition results in the need for ongoing intervention with medical products,treatment, services, and special equipment
  • The condition places limitations on self-care, independent living, and social interactions.