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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Cardiac Dysrhythmia

ICD-10 Coding for Cardiac Dysrhythmia

I48.0
I49.9

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

Also Known as:
Arrhythmia
Irregular Heartbeat
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Cardiac Dysrhythmia

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Cardiac Dysrhythmia

Use ICD-10 code I48.0 for paroxysmal atrial fibrillation, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation

Billable Code
I48.0
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • ECG confirmation of paroxysmal atrial fibrillation

Applicable To

  • • Self-terminating atrial fibrillation

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies 'paroxysmal' to avoid coding errors.

Unspecified cardiac arrhythmia

Billable Code
I49.9
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Lack of specific arrhythmia documentation

Applicable To

  • • Unspecified arrhythmia

Important Notes

  • • Query provider for specificity if possible.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

Z95.0

Presence of cardiac pacemaker

Use when a pacemaker is present alongside atrial fibrillation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for cardiac dysrhythmia?

The ICD-10 code for unspecified cardiac dysrhythmia is I49.9. For specific types like atrial fibrillation, use codes like I48.0.

How do you document atrial fibrillation?

Document atrial fibrillation by noting ECG findings, specifying if it's paroxysmal or chronic, and detailing the treatment plan.

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