ICD-10 Code I87.2 – Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral) (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code I87.2 – Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)
What it is
Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral) means the leg veins do not return blood effectively to the heart. This leads to ongoing venous pooling and pressure in the lower extremities.
Clinical signs
Common findings include leg swelling, aching, heaviness, skin discoloration, varicose veins, and stasis-related skin changes. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation.
When to use this code
Use I87.2 when the provider documents chronic peripheral venous insufficiency, venous reflux, or chronic venous stasis affecting the legs. Apply it when the condition is confirmed and is the focus of care or assessment. Check documentation if the note only mentions edema without a venous diagnosis.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for acute deep vein thrombosis, cellulitis, or edema without documented venous insufficiency. If the record is unclear, check documentation.
Coding tip
Link I87.2 only to a documented chronic venous disorder; do not assume it from nonspecific leg swelling alone.