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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Cerebral Ventriculomegaly

ICD-10 Coding for Cerebral Ventriculomegaly

G91.0
G91.1

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

Also Known as:
Hydrocephalus
Enlarged Ventricles
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Cerebral Ventriculomegaly

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Cerebral Ventriculomegaly

Use ICD-10 code G91.0 for communicating hydrocephalus, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Communicating hydrocephalus

Billable Code
G91.0
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • MRI shows enlarged ventricles without obstruction.

Applicable To

  • • Hydrocephalus due to impaired CSF absorption

Important Notes

  • • Ensure imaging supports the diagnosis of communicating hydrocephalus.

Obstructive hydrocephalus

Billable Code
G91.1
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • MRI showing obstruction in CSF pathways

Applicable To

  • • Hydrocephalus due to aqueductal stenosis

Important Notes

  • • Document specific obstruction type and location.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

R90.82

Ventriculomegaly (nonspecific)

Use when etiology is unknown.

Z98.2

CSF shunt status

Use with any shunt-related encounter.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for cerebral ventriculomegaly?

The ICD-10 code for cerebral ventriculomegaly can be G91.0 for communicating hydrocephalus or G91.1 for obstructive hydrocephalus, depending on the specific type diagnosed.

How is cerebral ventriculomegaly documented?

Cerebral ventriculomegaly documentation should include imaging findings, specific type (communicating or obstructive), and any related symptoms or treatments.

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