Varicose veins of other sites (I86) ICD-10-CM
The I86 code range covers varicose veins of other sites with 7 ICD-10-CM diagnosis codes. 6 of them are billable and valid for claim submission in fiscal year 2026, and the category headers group them but cannot themselves be billed.
Type 1 Excludes
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.
- varicose veins of unspecified site I83.9
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.
- retinal varices H35.0
Codes in the I86 Range 7 codes · 6 billable
Clinical Terms in This Code Range
Definitions from the National Library of Medicine for conditions coded in the I86 range.
Spermatic Cord
Either of a pair of tubular structures formed by DUCTUS DEFERENS; ARTERIES; VEINS; LYMPHATIC VESSELS; and nerves. The spermatic cord extends from the deep inguinal ring through the INGUINAL CANAL to the TESTIS in the SCROTUM.
Varicocele
A condition characterized by the dilated tortuous veins of the SPERMATIC CORD with a marked left-sided predominance. Adverse effect on male fertility occurs when varicocele leads to an increased scrotal (and testicular) temperature and reduced testicular volume.
About the I86 Code Range
The ICD-10 code I86 covers varicose veins of other sites beyond the common lower limb locations. These codes identify varicose veins occurring in less typical areas such as under the tongue, scrotum, pelvis, vulva, stomach, and various other specified regions.
This section includes detailed codes like I86.0 for sublingual varices (varicose veins under the tongue) and I86.1 for scrotal varices, commonly known as varicoceles, which may cause male infertility and are recognized by physical exam findings with or without the Valsalva maneuver. I86.2 identifies pelvic varices involving vessels in the pelvis, including varicose veins of the ovary and rectum. I86.3 addresses vulval varices, varicose veins occurring in the vulva or perineum unrelated to childbirth. I86.4 captures gastric varices, which are dilated veins in the stomach that may involve bleeding or be associated with gastroesophageal varices. Finally, I86.8 includes varicose veins in less common sites such as veins of the upper limbs, gallbladder, jugular veins, and others, sometimes linked to conditions like postthrombotic syndrome or venous aneurysms. Together, these codes provide a precise way to report varicose veins outside the usual locations, aiding accurate diagnosis and treatment documentation.
Questions About This Page
How many billable codes are in the I86 range?
Of the 7 codes in this range, 6 are billable and valid for claim submission from October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026. Category header codes group them but cannot be reported on claims.
What does the I86 range classify?
The range classifies varicose veins of other sites. Each code links to its own reference page with billing status, MS-DRG grouping, coding notes, and clinical information.
Related References
Source: CMS FY 2026 ICD-10-CM Tabular List and order file, effective October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026.
