The new codes are for describing the infusion of tixagevimab and cilgavimab monoclonal antibody (code XW023X7), and the infusion of other new technology monoclonal antibody (code XW023Y7).
Why ICD-10 codes are important
Aneurysm of other specified arteries I72. 8 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. The 2022 edition of ICD-10-CM I72. 8 became effective on October 1, 2021.
Brain aneurysm is assigned to ICD-9-CM code 437.3, Cerebral aneurysm, nonruptured. Code 437.3 also includes an aneurysm of the intracranial portion of the internal carotid artery.
Other aneurysm ICD-10-CM I72. 5 is grouped within Diagnostic Related Group(s) (MS-DRG v39.0): 299 Peripheral vascular disorders with mcc.
I60. 7 - Nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage from unspecified intracranial artery | ICD-10-CM.
Pathological outpouching or sac-like dilatation in the wall of any blood vessel (arteries or veins) or the heart (heart aneurysm). It indicates a thin and weakened area in the wall which may later rupture.
Abdominal aortic aneurysm, without rupture I71. 4 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. The 2022 edition of ICD-10-CM I71. 4 became effective on October 1, 2021.
I72. 0 - Aneurysm of carotid artery. ICD-10-CM.
I67. 1 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. The 2022 edition of ICD-10-CM I67. 1 became effective on October 1, 2021.
Following this advice, I would code 441.4 AAA without rupture.
ICD-10-CM Code for Cerebral aneurysm, nonruptured I67. 1.
49.
When a berry aneurysm ruptures, blood from the artery moves into the brain. A ruptured aneurysm is a serious condition that needs immediate medical treatment. Keep in mind that, according to the American Stroke Association, only 1.5 to 5 percent of people will develop a brain aneurysm.