ICD-10 Code K74.60 – Unspecified cirrhosis of liver (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code K74.60 – Unspecified cirrhosis of liver
What it is
K74.60 identifies cirrhosis of the liver when the record does not specify the cause or type. Use it for documented cirrhosis without a more precise etiology.
Clinical signs
Clinical features vary; refer to documentation. Common findings may include chronic liver disease, portal hypertension, ascites, jaundice, or hepatic encephalopathy, but the code itself does not require a specific sign.
When to use this code
Use K74.60 when the provider documents cirrhosis and does not identify alcoholic, biliary, or other specified cirrhosis. It also fits when the note simply states “cirrhosis” or “liver cirrhosis” without further detail. Check documentation if a more specific code is available.
Do not use for
Do not use this code when the record specifies a cause, such as alcoholic cirrhosis or biliary cirrhosis. Also avoid it if the diagnosis is only fibrosis, steatosis, or another non-cirrhotic liver disorder.
Coding tip
Query for the etiology when the note says only “cirrhosis,” because a more specific ICD-10 code may apply.