Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for icd-10 coding for congestive cardiomyopathy includes clinical validation requirements, medical necessity guidelines, and coding policies.
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Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Congestive Cardiomyopathy
Use ICD-10 code I42.0 for dilated cardiomyopathy, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.
Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis
Chronic systolic heart failure
Use when heart failure is present alongside cardiomyopathy
Essential (primary) hypertension
Use to specify underlying hypertension
The ICD-10 code for congestive cardiomyopathy is I42.0, which is used for dilated cardiomyopathy including congestive types.
Documentation should specify the type, etiology, and clinical findings such as echocardiogram results and symptoms.