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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Sinus Node Dysfunction

ICD-10 Coding for Sinus Node Dysfunction

I49.5
R00.1

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

Also Known as:
Sick Sinus Syndrome
Tachycardia-Bradycardia Syndrome
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Sinus Node Dysfunction

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Sinus Node Dysfunction

Use ICD-10 code I49.5 for sick sinus syndrome, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Sick sinus syndrome

Billable Code
I49.5
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • ECG showing sinus pauses >3 seconds
documentation:
  • • Documentation of symptoms correlating with arrhythmia

Applicable To

  • • Tachycardia-bradycardia syndrome

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies symptom correlation and excludes reversible causes.

Bradycardia, unspecified

Billable Code
R00.1
Billable

Important Notes

  • • Ensure bradycardia is not due to sick sinus syndrome.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

Z95.0

Presence of cardiac pacemaker

Use alongside I49.5 to indicate pacemaker status.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for sinus node dysfunction?

The ICD-10 code for sinus node dysfunction, specifically sick sinus syndrome, is I49.5. This code includes conditions like tachycardia-bradycardia syndrome.

How do you document sick sinus syndrome?

Document sick sinus syndrome by correlating symptoms with ECG findings, such as sinus pauses, and excluding reversible causes. Include pacemaker status if applicable.

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