ICD-10 Code K76.1 – Chronic passive congestion of liver (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code K76.1 – Chronic passive congestion of liver
What it is
K76.1 identifies chronic passive congestion of the liver, a condition caused by long-term impaired venous outflow from the liver. It is often linked to right-sided heart problems or other causes of chronic venous congestion.
Clinical signs
Clinical features vary; refer to documentation. Common findings may include hepatomegaly, liver tenderness, and signs of underlying congestive heart failure or chronic venous congestion.
When to use this code
Use K76.1 when the provider documents chronic passive congestion of the liver or congestive hepatopathy. It applies when the liver condition is specifically described as passive congestion and not just abnormal liver tests. If the record only notes hepatic enlargement or heart failure without liver involvement, check documentation.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for acute liver congestion, unrelated liver disease, or nonspecific abnormal liver function findings. Check documentation if the chart does not clearly link the liver condition to chronic passive congestion.
Coding tip
Code the documented liver condition exactly as stated and verify the underlying cardiac cause when present.