ICD-10 Code I67.8 – Other specified cerebrovascular diseases (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code I67.8 – Other specified cerebrovascular diseases
What it is
I67.8 is used for cerebrovascular disorders that affect the brain’s blood vessels but do not fit a more specific ICD-10 category. It is a residual code for documented vascular conditions of the brain.
Clinical signs
Clinical features vary; refer to documentation. Findings may include neurologic symptoms related to cerebral vessel disease, such as focal deficits, headaches, or prior stroke-like events, depending on the underlying condition.
When to use this code
Use I67.8 when the provider documents a specific cerebrovascular disease that is not named elsewhere in ICD-10-CM. It is appropriate when the record clearly identifies a nontraumatic vascular brain disorder but no more exact code applies. Check documentation if the diagnosis is vague or incomplete.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for stroke, transient ischemic attack, or cerebral infarction; those conditions have separate codes. Also avoid it when the documentation supports a more specific cerebrovascular diagnosis.
Coding tip
Before assigning I67.8, confirm the provider’s exact wording and rule out a more specific cerebrovascular code.