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I86.8

Billable

Varicose veins of other specified sites

This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).

What This Code Means

Enlarged, twisted veins in body locations other than the legs, esophagus, stomach, or vulva.

Coding Tips

  • •This is a catch-all code; specify the anatomical site in documentation for clarity and future reference
  • •Ensure the site is not better described by a more specific varicose vein code

Code Hierarchy

└I86Varicose veins of other sites└I86.8Varicose veins of other specified sites
└I86.8Varicose veins of other specified sites

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