ICD-10 Code I75.8 – Atheroembolism of other sites (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code I75.8 – Atheroembolism of other sites
What it is
I75.8 identifies atheroembolism caused by cholesterol or plaque debris traveling from a diseased artery to other body sites. Use it when the record documents embolic ischemia from atherosclerotic material outside the usual named vessels.
Clinical signs
Clinical features vary; refer to documentation. Findings may include sudden ischemic symptoms in the affected site, such as pain, color change, or organ dysfunction, with evidence linking the event to atherosclerotic emboli.
When to use this code
Use this code when the provider documents atheroembolism affecting a site not otherwise specified in the code set. It is appropriate when the embolic source is atherosclerotic plaque and the destination site is described as “other.”
Apply it only when the diagnosis is explicit in the chart. If the record names a different embolic disorder, a specific artery, or another vascular condition, check documentation before assigning I75.8.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for thromboembolism, cardioembolic events, or emboli from non-atherosclerotic causes. Do not use it when the chart identifies a more specific atheroembolism code.
Coding tip
Confirm both the embolic source and the affected site in the provider note before coding I75.8.