Is I85.01 a billable ICD-10 code?

Yes. I85.01 (Esophageal varices with bleeding) is billable and can be used for insurance claims. Always verify payer-specific requirements.

I85.01 ✓ Billable

Esophageal varices with bleeding

Q: What is ICD-10 code I85.01?

ICD-10-CM code I85.01 stands for "Esophageal varices with bleeding". It is a billable code in the Diseases of the Circulatory System chapter, effective FY2026 (Oct 1, 2025 – Sep 30, 2026).

ICD-10-CM · FY2026 · Diseases of the Circulatory System

Code

I85.01

System

ICD-10-CM

Billable

Yes — valid for submission

Effective

FY2026

Chapter

Diseases of the Circulatory System

Source

CMS / CDC NCHS

⚠ Verify before billing. Confirm against the current CMS/NCHS ICD-10-CM files and your payer's rules before claims submission.

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code I85.01?

ICD-10-CM code I85.01 represents Esophageal varices with bleeding. It is a billable diagnosis code in the Diseases of the Circulatory System chapter, effective October 1, 2025 – September 30, 2026.

Is I85.01 billable?

Yes. I85.01 is a valid billable ICD-10-CM code for insurance claims and clinical documentation.

What chapter is I85.01 in?

I85.01 belongs to the Diseases of the Circulatory System chapter (I00–I99) of ICD-10-CM.

Related codes in the I85 category

I85 Esophageal varices Non-billable I85.0 Esophageal varices Non-billable I85.1 Secondary esophageal varices Non-billable I85.00 Esophageal varices without bleeding Billable I85.10 Secondary esophageal varices without bleeding Billable I85.11 Secondary esophageal varices with bleeding Billable

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