ICD-10 Code K74.69 – Other cirrhosis of liver (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code K74.69 – Other cirrhosis of liver
What it is
K74.69 identifies cirrhosis of the liver that is documented but not classified by a more specific cirrhosis code. Use it when the record confirms cirrhosis, yet the cause or subtype is not clearly stated.
Clinical signs
Clinical features vary; refer to documentation. Common cirrhosis findings may include chronic liver dysfunction, portal hypertension, ascites, jaundice, or signs of hepatic decompensation.
When to use this code
Use K74.69 when the provider documents “other cirrhosis,” “cirrhosis NOS,” or cirrhosis without a more specific etiology. It also fits cases where the chart confirms cirrhosis but does not identify alcoholic, biliary, or other named types.
Review the full record for a more specific diagnosis before assigning this code. If the documentation supports a different cirrhosis category, code that instead.
Do not use for
Do not use this code when the record specifies alcoholic cirrhosis, biliary cirrhosis, or another defined cirrhosis type. Check documentation if the liver disease is fibrosis, hepatitis, or another non-cirrhotic condition.
Coding tip
Code K74.69 only after confirming that no more specific cirrhosis diagnosis is documented.