ICD-10-CM 2027
ICD-10 code for lymphatic edema
From the official ICD-10-CM alphabetic index entry “Edema, edematous (infectious) (pitting) (toxic) › lymphatic”. Page updated September 29, 2026.
About coding lymphatic edema
The ICD-10-CM code for lymphatic edema is I89.0 (Lymphedema, not elsewhere classified). The official index lists 1 more specific code, so check the documentation for details such as type, cause, site or severity before settling on I89.0.
Within I89 (other noninfective disorders of lymphatic vessels and lymph nodes), I89.0 is specifically for lymphedema, not elsewhere classified. Related codes cover lymphangitis (I89.1), other specified noninfective disorders of lymphatic vessels and lymph nodes (I89.8) and noninfective disorder of lymphatic vessels and lymph nodes, unspecified (I89.9).
Don't report I89.0 together with the conditions in its Excludes1 note: postmastectomy lymphedema (I97.2).
It is not a CC or MCC, so as a secondary diagnosis it doesn't change the MS-DRG severity level.
More specific lymphatic edema codes (official index)
- due to mastectomy I97.2 — Postmastectomy lymphedema syndrome
Don't confuse with (Excludes1 for I89.0)
- postmastectomy lymphedema (I97.2)
Common questions about lymphatic edema ICD-10 codes
What is the ICD-10 code for lymphatic edema?
- I89.0 — Lymphedema, not elsewhere classified. More specific codes apply when the documentation supports them: I97.2.
Is I89.0 billable?
- Yes. I89.0 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code valid for FY2027 (October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027).
Can I89.0 be used as a principal diagnosis?
- Yes. The Medicare Code Editor doesn't restrict I89.0 as a principal diagnosis.
Is I89.0 a CC or MCC?
- No. I89.0 is neither a CC nor an MCC under MS-DRG v44.0.