I83 ICD-10-CM Code: Varicose veins of lower extremities
A clear reference for the official code description, hierarchy, and related coding information from the April 2026 U.S. release.
Code definition
Official description
I83Varicose veins of lower extremities
ICD-10-CM diagnosis code · United States clinical modification
Classification
Where I83 sits
- 1
Chapter 9
Diseases of the circulatory system (I00-I99)
- 2
Section
Diseases of veins, lymphatic vessels and lymph nodes, not elsewhere classified (I80-I89)
- 3
Category I83
Varicose veins of lower extremities
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Code I83
Varicose veins of lower extremities
More specific choices
Codes under I83
I83 is a non-billable category. Choose the child code that best matches the documented diagnosis.
I83.0Varicose veins of lower extremities with ulcer
I83.1Varicose veins of lower extremities with inflammation
I83.2Varicose veins of lower extremities with both ulcer and inflammation
I83.8Varicose veins of lower extremities with other complications
I83.9Asymptomatic varicose veins of lower extremities
Documentation details
Notes for this code
Inclusion terms
No inclusion terms are listed for I83.
Code first
No “code first” instruction is listed for I83.
Use additional code
No “use additional code” instruction is listed for I83.
Excludes1
Conditions that should not be reported together with this code.
No Excludes1 note is listed for I83.
Excludes2
Conditions not included here that may be reported separately when present.
- varicose veins complicating pregnancy (O22.0-)
- varicose veins complicating the puerperium (O87.4)
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Source and release
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Frequently asked questions
What does ICD-10-CM code I83 mean?
I83 is the April 2026 U.S. ICD-10-CM code for “Varicose veins of lower extremities.”
Is I83 a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code?
No. I83 has more specific child codes in the April 2026 reference data. Select the code that matches the documentation and confirm the active code set and payer requirements.
Where is I83 located in ICD-10-CM?
I83 is listed in Chapter 9, Diseases of the circulatory system (I00-I99), within Diseases of veins, lymphatic vessels and lymph nodes, not elsewhere classified (I80-I89) (I80–I89), under category I83, Varicose veins of lower extremities.
What coding notes are listed for I83?
No inclusion terms are listed for I83 in this reference record. No code-first instruction is listed. No Excludes1 note is listed. Excludes2 notes: varicose veins complicating pregnancy (O22.0-); varicose veins complicating the puerperium (O87.4).
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