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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Carotid Aneurysm

ICD-10 Coding for Carotid Aneurysm

I72.0

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

Also Known as:
Extracranial Carotid Aneurysm
Internal Carotid Artery Aneurysm
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Carotid Aneurysm

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Carotid Aneurysm

Use ICD-10 code I72.0 for aneurysm of carotid artery, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Aneurysm of carotid artery

Billable Code
I72.0
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Aneurysm located below the skull base
coding:
  • • Documentation specifies 'precerebral' location

Applicable To

  • • Precerebral carotid aneurysm

Important Notes

  • • Ensure precise documentation of the aneurysm's location to avoid coding errors.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

I65.2

Occlusion and stenosis of carotid artery

Use when there is concurrent stenosis or occlusion with the aneurysm.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for a carotid aneurysm?

The ICD-10 code for a precerebral carotid aneurysm is I72.0. For intracranial aneurysms, use I67.1.

How do you differentiate between I72.0 and I67.1?

I72.0 is used for precerebral carotid aneurysms, while I67.1 is for intracranial aneurysms. Location is key.

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