Cardiology ICD-10 Codes: A Comprehensive Guide
ICD-10 codes are essential for accurate diagnosis and coding in cardiology
Understanding these codes is crucial for healthcare providers to effectively manage patient care, reimbursement, and data analysis. Let's delve into the world of cardiology and its corresponding ICD-10 codes.
Common Cardiology ICD-10 Codes
While this is not an exhaustive list, here are some frequently used ICD-10 codes in cardiology:
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
- I25.1: Stable angina
- I25.2: Unstable angina
- I21.4: Acute myocardial infarction (AMI)
- I25.5: Coronary atherosclerosis without recent infarction
Heart Failure
- I50.0: Congestive heart failure
- I50.9: Heart failure, unspecified
Arrhythmias
- I48.9: Atrial fibrillation
- I49.1: Ventricular tachycardia
- I47.1: Supraventricular tachycardia
Hypertension
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Valvular Heart Disease
- I34.0: Aortic stenosis
- I35.0: Mitral regurgitation
Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD)
- I70.2: Intermittent claudication
Accurate coding in cardiology is vital for:
- Effective patient care
- Accurate reimbursement
- Epidemiological research
- Quality improvement initiatives
By understanding these ICD-10 codes, healthcare providers can improve cardiac patient management and outcomes.
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