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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Ischaemic Stroke

ICD-10 Coding for Ischaemic Stroke

I63.0
I63.3

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

Also Known as:
Cerebral Infarction
Brain Ischemia
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Ischaemic Stroke

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Ischaemic Stroke

Use ICD-10 code I63.0 for cerebral infarction due to thrombosis of precerebral arteries, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Cerebral infarction due to thrombosis of precerebral arteries

Non-Billable
I63.0
Non-Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Presence of acute neurological deficits with imaging confirmation of thrombosis

Applicable To

  • • Thrombosis of carotid artery
  • • Thrombosis of vertebral artery

Important Notes

  • • Ensure imaging confirms thrombosis before coding.

Cerebral infarction due to thrombosis of cerebral arteries

Non-Billable
I63.3
Non-Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • MRI showing thrombosis in cerebral arteries
  • • Acute onset of focal neurological symptoms

Applicable To

  • • Thrombosis of middle cerebral artery
  • • Thrombosis of anterior cerebral artery

Important Notes

  • • Differentiate between thrombosis and embolism based on clinical evidence.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

I67.2

Cerebral atherosclerosis

Use to indicate underlying atherosclerosis contributing to stroke.

I48.91

Unspecified atrial fibrillation

Use to indicate atrial fibrillation as a risk factor.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for ischaemic stroke?

The ICD-10 code for ischaemic stroke is I63, with subcategories based on the specific type and location of the stroke.

How is an ischaemic stroke documented?

Document an ischaemic stroke with detailed clinical notes, imaging results, and specific ICD-10 codes based on the stroke's etiology and location.

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