ICD-10 Code D89.811 – Chronic graft-versus-host disease (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code D89.811 – Chronic graft-versus-host disease
What it is
D89.811 identifies chronic graft-versus-host disease, a complication that can occur after an allogeneic transplant when donor immune cells attack the recipient’s tissues. Use it when the condition is documented as chronic GVHD.
Clinical signs
Clinical features vary; refer to documentation. Commonly reported findings include skin changes, mouth or eye dryness, liver involvement, and gastrointestinal or joint symptoms consistent with chronic GVHD.
When to use this code
Use D89.811 when the provider documents chronic graft-versus-host disease, including active disease or persistent chronic manifestations after transplant. Code it when the diagnosis is established in the record, even if multiple organs are involved. Check documentation if the note only says “GVHD” without specifying chronic.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for acute graft-versus-host disease or for transplant complications that are not identified as chronic GVHD. If the record is unclear, check documentation before coding.
Coding tip
Assign D89.811 only when “chronic” graft-versus-host disease is explicitly documented; otherwise, verify the provider’s wording.