DocScrib
How it WorksPricingBlog
Sign InSign UpBook a Demo
DocScrib

AI-powered medical documentation platform streamlining healthcare workflows through intelligent transcription and clinical note generation.

Book a Demo

Product

  • Medical Templates
  • Pricing
  • Integrations
  • Security & Compliance

Resources

  • Blog
  • Documentation
  • Case Studies

Contact

  • support@docscrib.com
  • +1 (555) 123-4567
  • 123 Healthcare Blvd
    Medical District, CA 90210
© 2025 DocScrib. All rights reserved.
Privacy PolicyTerms of ServiceCookie Policy
Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Hypertension

ICD-10 Coding for Hypertension

I10

Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for icd-10 coding for hypertension includes clinical validation requirements, medical necessity guidelines, and coding policies.

Also Known as:
High Blood Pressure
HTN
hbp
Join 10,000+ Happy Clinicians

The AI Medical Scribe for Happiest Clinicians

Save 2+ hours daily with instant clinical documentation.
Our AI scribe listens, understands, and generates comprehensive medical notes so you can focus on patient care.

Start Free Trial
No credit card required•HIPAA compliant
Recording Controls
Start recording to see live transcription
Live Conversation - Try For Free!
Real-time transcription with automatic speaker identification

Ready to Record

Start recording to see live conversation transcription

Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Hypertension

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Hypertension

Use ICD-10 code I10 for essential (primary) hypertension, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Essential (primary) hypertension

Billable Code
I10
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Blood pressure readings consistently above 140/90 mmHg

Applicable To

  • • High blood pressure

Important Notes

  • • Ensure accurate documentation of blood pressure readings and absence of secondary causes.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

Z79.899

Other long term (current) drug therapy

Use to indicate long-term use of antihypertensive medications.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are free ICD-10 codes?

Free ICD-10 codes refer to publicly accessible ICD-10 coding resources available without cost, often provided by organizations like CMS.

How can I access ICD-10 codes for free?

ICD-10 codes can be accessed for free through resources like the CMS website, which offers comprehensive code lookup tools.

Quick Navigation
All DiagnosesICD-10 Codes

Related Resources

How Medical Coding WorksBrowse All Codes