Varicose veins of other sites (I86)
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.
Instructional Notations
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
Clinical Terms
The following clinical terms provide additional context, helping users better understand the clinical background and common associations for each diagnosis listed in this section. Including related terms alongside ICD-10-CM codes supports coders, billers, and healthcare professionals in improving accuracy, enhancing documentation, and facilitating research or patient education.
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.
