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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Arnold-Chiari Malformation

ICD-10 Coding for Arnold-Chiari Malformation

Q07.0
Q07.81

Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for icd-10 coding for arnold-chiari malformation includes clinical validation requirements, medical necessity guidelines, and coding policies.

Also Known as:
Chiari Malformation
Chiari Syndrome
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Arnold-Chiari Malformation

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Arnold-Chiari Malformation

Use ICD-10 code Q07.0 for arnold-chiari syndrome, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Arnold-Chiari syndrome

Non-Billable
Q07.0
Non-Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • MRI shows cerebellar vermis herniation and myelomeningocele.
coding:
  • • Sequence spina bifida code before Q07.0 if both are present.
documentation:
  • • Specify 'Arnold-Chiari malformation Type II' in records.

Applicable To

  • • Arnold-Chiari malformation Type II

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies Type II and associated conditions like spina bifida.

Chiari malformation Type I

Non-Billable
Q07.81
Non-Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • MRI showing cerebellar tonsil descent ≥5mm below foramen magnum

Applicable To

  • • Chiari malformation Type I

Important Notes

  • • Ensure MRI findings support Type I diagnosis.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

Q05.-

Spina bifida

Use when spina bifida is present with Arnold-Chiari malformation Type II.

G91.-

Hydrocephalus

Use when hydrocephalus is present with Arnold-Chiari malformation.

G96.1

Syringomyelia

Use if syringomyelia is present with Chiari malformation Type I.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for Arnold Chiari malformation?

The ICD-10 code for Arnold Chiari malformation Type II is Q07.0. It is used when the condition is confirmed with myelomeningocele.

How do you code Chiari malformation Type I?

Chiari malformation Type I is coded as Q07.81, typically confirmed by MRI showing cerebellar tonsil descent.

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