ICD-10 Specific code I26.9: Pulmonary embolism without mention of acute cor pulmonale

Specific codes in ICD-10 are unique alphanumeric designations used to identify and categorize diseases, disorders, and conditions. They consist of 3-5 characters, including both letters and numbers, that provide a high level of detail and specificity.

Translations

Language	Translation
English	Pulmonary embolism without mention of acute cor pulmonale
French	Embolie pulmonaire, (sans mention de coeur pulmonaire aigu)

Hierarchical position

Level	Code	Title
1	IX	Diseases of the circulatory system
2	I26-I28	Pulmonary heart disease and diseases of pulmonary circulation
3	I26	Pulmonary embolism
4	I26.9	Pulmonary embolism without mention of acute cor pulmonale

Indicated medicines

Active Ingredient	Description
Heparin	Heparin is an anticoagulant and acts by inhibiting thrombin and by potentiating the naturally occurring inhibitors of activated Factor X (Xa).

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