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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Vasovagal Syndrome

ICD-10 Coding for Vasovagal Syndrome

R55

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

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

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

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 vasovagal trigger and prodromal symptoms.
coding:
  • • No more specific cause identified for syncope.
documentation:
  • • Detailed documentation of syncope event and exclusion of other causes.

Applicable To

  • • Vasovagal attack
  • • Neurocardiogenic syncope

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies the trigger and prodromal symptoms to support the use of R55.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

F45.8

Psychogenic syncope

Use for stress-induced episodes with psychological triggers.

Z91.83

History of falling

Use if recurrent syncope leads to falls.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for vasovagal syndrome?

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

How should vasovagal syncope be documented?

Document the trigger, prodromal symptoms, and rule out other causes. Include details like specific stressors and diagnostic findings.

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