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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Cavernous Malformation

ICD-10 Coding for Cavernous Malformation

D18.02
Q28.8

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

Also Known as:
Cavernoma
Cavernous Hemangioma
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Cavernous Malformation

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Cavernous Malformation

Use ICD-10 code D18.02 for hemangioma of intracranial structures, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Hemangioma of intracranial structures

Billable Code
D18.02
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • MRI confirmation of intracranial location

Applicable To

  • • Cerebral cavernous hemangioma

Important Notes

  • • Ensure MRI findings are documented to support the use of this code.

Other specified congenital malformations of circulatory system

Billable Code
Q28.8
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Lack of specific location or type in documentation

Applicable To

  • • Unspecified cavernous malformation

Important Notes

  • • Avoid using if specific location and type are documented.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

G40.909

Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, without status epilepticus

For seizures secondary to cavernous malformation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for cavernous malformation?

The ICD-10 code for an intracranial cavernous malformation is D18.02, which is used for confirmed cases with MRI evidence.

How do you code a cerebral cavernous malformation?

For a cerebral cavernous malformation, use D18.02 if confirmed by MRI. Use Q28.8 if unspecified or congenital without specific location.

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