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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Carotid Stenosis

ICD-10 Coding for Carotid Stenosis

I65.21
I65.22
I65.23

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

Also Known as:
Carotid Artery Stenosis
Carotid Artery Narrowing
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Carotid Stenosis

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

Use ICD-10 code I65.21 for occlusion and stenosis of right carotid artery, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Occlusion and stenosis of right carotid artery

Billable Code
I65.21
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Presence of stenosis in the right carotid artery confirmed by imaging
documentation:
  • • Documentation must specify 'right carotid artery stenosis'

Applicable To

  • • Right carotid artery stenosis

Important Notes

  • • Ensure laterality is documented to avoid miscoding.

Occlusion and stenosis of left carotid artery

Billable Code
I65.22
Billable

Applicable To

  • • Left carotid artery stenosis

Important Notes

  • • Ensure laterality is documented to avoid miscoding.

Occlusion and stenosis of bilateral carotid arteries

Billable Code
I65.23
Billable

Applicable To

  • • Bilateral carotid artery stenosis

Important Notes

  • • Ensure bilateral involvement is documented to avoid miscoding.

Cerebral infarction due to stenosis of right carotid artery

Billable Code
I63.231
Billable

Applicable To

  • • Infarction due to right carotid stenosis

Important Notes

  • • Ensure causality between stenosis and infarction is documented.
Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for carotid stenosis?

The ICD-10 code for carotid stenosis varies based on laterality: I65.21 for right, I65.22 for left, and I65.23 for bilateral stenosis.

How is carotid stenosis documented?

Carotid stenosis documentation should include laterality, stenosis percentage, and imaging confirmation to ensure accurate coding.

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