Hypertensive Crisis ICD-10-CM Codes | 2023

Hypertensive Crisis ICD-10-CM Codes | 2023

Discover ICD-10 codes for hypertensive crises. Learn how to document and bill for these severe blood pressure emergencies.

By Karina Jimenea on Aug 8, 2025.

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Use ICD codes for hypertensive crises when a patient has a sudden, severe increase in blood pressure requiring medical attention.

Yes, diagnosis codes for hypertensive crises are billable in medical billing, subject to insurance policies and documentation.

Common treatments include intravenous antihypertensive medications, management of organ-specific complications, and addressing underlying causes.

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