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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Portal Vein Thrombosis

ICD-10 Coding for Portal Vein Thrombosis

I81

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

Also Known as:
PVT
Thrombosis of Portal Vein
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Portal Vein Thrombosis

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Portal Vein Thrombosis

Use ICD-10 code I81 for portal vein thrombosis, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Portal vein thrombosis

Billable Code
I81
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Imaging shows non-occlusive thrombus in portal vein.
documentation:
  • • Documentation specifies acute or chronic PVT.

Applicable To

  • • Acute portal vein thrombosis
  • • Chronic portal vein thrombosis

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies acute vs. chronic and any underlying conditions.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

C22.0

Hepatocellular carcinoma

Use when PVT is related to tumor invasion.

K74.6

Cirrhosis

Use when PVT is a complication of cirrhosis.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for portal vein thrombosis?

The ICD-10 code for portal vein thrombosis is I81. This code is used for both acute and chronic forms, provided they are confirmed by imaging.

How do you code portal vein thrombosis with cirrhosis?

Code cirrhosis (K74.6) first, followed by portal vein thrombosis (I81) to reflect the underlying condition.

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