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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Exacerbation of Congestive Heart Failure

ICD-10 Coding for Exacerbation of Congestive Heart Failure

I50.23

Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for icd-10 coding for exacerbation of congestive heart failure includes clinical validation requirements, medical necessity guidelines, and coding policies.

Also Known as:
CHF Exacerbation
Heart Failure Flare-up
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Exacerbation of Congestive Heart Failure

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Exacerbation of Congestive Heart Failure

Use ICD-10 code I50.23 for acute on chronic systolic heart failure, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Acute on chronic systolic heart failure

Billable Code
I50.23
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Ejection fraction <40% with acute symptoms
documentation:
  • • Specify 'acute on chronic systolic heart failure' in the medical record

Applicable To

  • • Acute exacerbation of chronic systolic heart failure

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies 'acute on chronic' and the type of heart failure.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

I11.0

Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure

Use when heart failure is due to hypertensive heart disease.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for exacerbation of congestive heart failure?

The ICD-10 code for exacerbation of congestive heart failure depends on the type and acuity, such as I50.23 for acute on chronic systolic heart failure.

How do you document exacerbation of CHF?

Document the type, acuity, ejection fraction, and response to treatment for CHF exacerbation to ensure accurate coding.

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