I26.02
✓ BillableSaddle embolus of pulmonary artery with acute cor pulmonale
Diseases of the circulatory system (I00-I99)
❌ Excludes1
inheritedRules inherited from parent codes in the hierarchy.
- • cor pulmonale without embolism (I27.81)
⚠️ Excludes2
inheritedRules inherited from parent codes.
- • chronic pulmonary embolism (I27.82)
- • personal history of pulmonary embolism (Z86.711)
- • pulmonary embolism complicating abortion, ectopic or molar pregnancy (O00-O07, O08.2)
- • pulmonary embolism complicating pregnancy, childbirth and the puerperium (O88.-)
- • pulmonary embolism due to trauma (T79.0, T79.1)
- • pulmonary embolism due to complications of surgical and medical care (T80.0, T81.7-, T82.8-)
- • septic (non-pulmonary) arterial embolism (I76)
Clinical Description
ICD-10-CM code I26.02 represents saddle embolus of pulmonary artery with acute cor pulmonale. This code falls under the Diseases of the circulatory system (I00-I99) classification. It is a billable/specific code valid for HIPAA-covered transactions as of October 1, 2025 (FY2026). This code can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes on insurance claims.
This is a 6-character code at the 5th level of specificity. This is the most specific code available in this subcategory. Coders should note that I26.02 has 1 Excludes1 restriction(s) — codes that cannot be reported together on the same claim.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is ICD-10 code I26.02?
ICD-10-CM code I26.02 is "Saddle embolus of pulmonary artery with acute cor pulmonale". It belongs to the category: Diseases of the circulatory system (I00-I99).
Is I26.02 a billable ICD-10 code?
Yes, I26.02 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.
What codes are excluded with I26.02?
I26.02 has 1 Excludes1 rule(s). These codes are mutually exclusive and cannot be coded together on the same claim.
Can I26.02 be coded with other codes?
I26.02 has 7 Excludes2 note(s). These conditions can be coded together if both are documented in the patient record.
Related Codes in I26.0
Other codes in the same category that may be relevant for differential coding:
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Data Source
CMS ICD-10-CM 2026 Tabular List
Updated October 1, 2025 (FY2026)