I16.1
Hypertensive emergency
Billable Chapter 9
Code Information
ICD-10-CM CodeI16.1
Short DescriptionHypertensive emergency
Long DescriptionHypertensive emergency
BillableYes
Parent CodeI16
Hierarchy Depth1
About I16.1
I16.1 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code representing hypertensive emergency.
ICD-10-CM (International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision, Clinical Modification) is the official system for assigning codes to diagnoses and procedures in the United States. This code is billable and can be used on medical claims.