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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Electrocardiogram Screening

ICD-10 Coding for Electrocardiogram Screening

Z13.6

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

Also Known as:
EKG Screening
ECG Screening
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Electrocardiogram Screening

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Electrocardiogram Screening

Use ICD-10 code Z13.6 for encounter for screening for cardiovascular disorders, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Encounter for screening for cardiovascular disorders

Billable Code
Z13.6
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Patient is asymptomatic and undergoing routine screening.
coding:
  • • EKG is part of a preventive exam without any specific symptoms.

Applicable To

  • • Screening for heart disease

Important Notes

  • • Ensure the documentation clearly states the screening nature of the EKG.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

G0403

Electrocardiogram, routine ECG with at least 12 leads; performed as a screening for initial preventive physical examination

Use G0403 for Medicare patients during an initial preventive physical examination.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for EKG screening?

The ICD-10 code for EKG screening is Z13.6, used for encounters specifically for cardiovascular screening.

When should G0403 be used?

G0403 should be used for Medicare patients during an initial preventive physical examination when an EKG is performed.

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