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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Vasovagal Syncope

ICD-10 Coding for Vasovagal Syncope

R55

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

Also Known as:
Neurocardiogenic Syncope
Vasovagal Attack
Fainting
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Vasovagal Syncope

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Vasovagal Syncope

Use ICD-10 code R55 for syncope and collapse, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Syncope and collapse

Billable Code
R55
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Presence of typical vasovagal triggers and symptoms
coding:
  • • No exclusion conditions like carotid sinus syncope
documentation:
  • • Detailed documentation of syncope event and exclusion of other causes

Applicable To

  • • Vasovagal attack
  • • Fainting

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation includes specific triggers and prodromal symptoms to support the use of R55.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

I95.1

Orthostatic hypotension

Use if orthostatic hypotension is confirmed with vital signs.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for vasovagal syncope?

The ICD-10 code for vasovagal syncope is R55, which covers syncope and collapse, including vasovagal attacks.

How should vasovagal syncope be documented?

Document specific triggers, prodromal symptoms, and exclude other causes to support the diagnosis of vasovagal syncope.

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