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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Uncontrolled High Blood Pressure

ICD-10 Coding for Uncontrolled High Blood Pressure

I10
I16.0

Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for icd-10 coding for uncontrolled high blood pressure includes clinical validation requirements, medical necessity guidelines, and coding policies.

Also Known as:
Uncontrolled Hypertension
Resistant Hypertension
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Uncontrolled High Blood Pressure

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Uncontrolled High Blood Pressure

Use ICD-10 code I10 for essential (primary) hypertension, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Essential (primary) hypertension

Billable Code
I10
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • BP ≥140/90 despite treatment
documentation:
  • • Document therapeutic regimen and response

Applicable To

  • • Hypertension

Important Notes

  • • Ensure 'uncontrolled' is documented if applicable.

Hypertensive urgency

Billable Code
I16.0
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • BP ≥180/120 without end-organ damage

Applicable To

  • • Severe hypertension without organ damage

Important Notes

  • • Document absence of organ damage.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

R03.0

Elevated blood pressure reading, without diagnosis of hypertension

Use when elevated BP is noted but hypertension is not diagnosed.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for uncontrolled high blood pressure?

The ICD-10 code for uncontrolled high blood pressure is typically I10, which covers essential hypertension. Ensure documentation specifies 'uncontrolled' status.

How do you document uncontrolled hypertension?

Document uncontrolled hypertension by noting BP readings, medication adherence, and any organ damage. Use specific phrases like 'uncontrolled despite treatment.'

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