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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Premature Ventricular Contractions(I49.3)

ICD-10 Coding for Premature Ventricular Contractions(I49.3)

I49.3

Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for icd-10 coding for premature ventricular contractions(i49.3) includes clinical validation requirements, medical necessity guidelines, and coding policies.

Also Known as:
Ventricular Ectopy
Ventricular Extrasystoles
Ventricular Premature Beats
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Premature Ventricular Contractions(I49.3)

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Premature Ventricular Contractions(I49.3)

Use ICD-10 code I49.3 for ventricular premature depolarization, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Ventricular premature depolarization

Billable Code
I49.3
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Presence of ventricular ectopy on ECG
documentation:
  • • Documentation specifies 'ventricular premature depolarization'

Applicable To

  • • Ventricular ectopy
  • • Ventricular extrasystoles

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies 'depolarization' to align with ICD-10 terminology.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

I50.9

Heart failure, unspecified

Use when PVCs lead to cardiomyopathy and heart failure.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for premature ventricular contractions?

The ICD-10 code for premature ventricular contractions is I49.3, which is used for ventricular premature depolarization.

Can I49.3 be coded with R00.1?

No, I49.3 cannot be coded with R00.1 due to Excludes1 notes. Ensure documentation specifies the correct arrhythmia type.

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