ICD-10 Code I77.2 – Rupture of artery (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code I77.2 – Rupture of artery
What it is
I77.2 identifies a rupture of an artery, meaning the arterial wall has torn or broken. Use this code for documentation of arterial rupture when the record does not specify a more precise vascular diagnosis.
Clinical signs
Clinical features vary; refer to documentation. Arterial rupture is typically associated with sudden pain, bleeding, swelling, or signs of acute blood loss, and imaging or operative findings may confirm the diagnosis.
When to use this code
Use I77.2 when the provider documents rupture of an artery and no more specific ICD-10-CM code applies. It may appear in emergency, surgical, or imaging records describing a torn or ruptured arterial vessel. Check documentation for the exact artery involved and any underlying cause.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for aneurysm without rupture, arterial dissection, or simple vascular injury that is coded elsewhere. If the record names a different vascular disorder, code that condition instead.
Coding tip
Verify whether the rupture is spontaneous, traumatic, or procedure-related, because that detail can change code selection.