ICD-10 Code I26.95 – Cement embolism of pulmonary artery without acute cor pulmonale (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code I26.95 – Cement embolism of pulmonary artery without acute cor pulmonale
What it is
This code identifies cement material that has traveled into the pulmonary artery and caused an embolism, without documented acute cor pulmonale. Use it when the record clearly states pulmonary artery cement embolism.
Clinical signs
Clinical features vary; refer to documentation. Imaging may show cement in the pulmonary arterial tree, and patients may have chest symptoms or incidental findings after vertebral augmentation or other cement-related procedures.
When to use this code
Use I26.95 when the provider documents a cement embolism involving the pulmonary artery and specifically notes no acute cor pulmonale. This is appropriate for confirmed post-procedure embolic complications, including incidental radiology findings. Check documentation if the embolic material or vessel location is unclear.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for pulmonary embolism from thrombus, fat, air, or other non-cement material. If acute cor pulmonale is documented, or if the embolus is not in the pulmonary artery, choose the more accurate code.
Coding tip
Verify both the embolic substance and the absence of acute cor pulmonale before assigning I26.95.