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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for History of Atrial Fibrillation

ICD-10 Coding for History of Atrial Fibrillation

Z86.79

Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for icd-10 coding for history of atrial fibrillation includes clinical validation requirements, medical necessity guidelines, and coding policies.

Also Known as:
Past Atrial Fibrillation
Resolved Atrial Fibrillation
hx of afib
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for History of Atrial Fibrillation

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for History of Atrial Fibrillation

Use ICD-10 code Z86.79 for personal history of other diseases of the circulatory system, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Personal history of other diseases of the circulatory system

Billable Code
Z86.79
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Patient is in sinus rhythm without ongoing treatment.
coding:
  • • Do not use if patient is on antiarrhythmic or anticoagulant therapy.

Applicable To

  • • History of atrial fibrillation

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation clearly indicates the resolution of atrial fibrillation.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

Z95.0

Presence of cardiac pacemaker

Use if a pacemaker is present due to prior atrial fibrillation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for history of atrial fibrillation?

The ICD-10 code for history of atrial fibrillation is Z86.79, used when the condition is resolved and no treatment is ongoing.

When should Z86.79 be used?

Use Z86.79 when atrial fibrillation is resolved, the patient is in sinus rhythm, and no antiarrhythmic or anticoagulant therapy is needed.

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