icd-9 code for abdominal aortic aneurysm

by Lon Stark 8 min read

Short description: Abdom aortic aneurysm. ICD-9-CM 441.4 is a billable medical code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis on a reimbursement claim, however, 441.4 should only be used for claims with a date of service on or before September 30, 2015.

What is the diagnosis code for abdominal aortic aneurysm?

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.

How dangerous is a 4 cm aortic aneurysm?

Size of the aneurysm is considered a strong predictor of rupture risk. The larger the aneurysm the greater the risk. And the risk increases significantly when the diameter of the bulge exceeds 5.5 cm (more than 3 cm is considered an aortic aneurism, and 4 cm indicates “clinical significance”). Surgical repair is warranted at that size as well.

What is the CPT code for abdominal aortic aneurysm repair?

For repair of a descending thoracic aneurysm use CPT codes 36140, 36200-36218 as appropriate. For repair of an abdominal aortic aneurysm use CPT codes 36200, 36245-36248, and 36140 as appropriate.

What is the ICD - 9 code for aneurysm?

Keywords

  • AAA
  • Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm
  • Aneurysm

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What is the diagnosis code for abdominal aortic aneurysm?

ICD-10 code I71. 4 for Abdominal aortic aneurysm, without rupture is a medical classification as listed by WHO under the range - Diseases of the circulatory system .

What is the ICD-10 code for aortic aneurysm?

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.

What is ICD-10 code for screening abdominal aortic aneurysm?

CPT® Code. The ICD-10-CM code to support AAA screening is Z13. 6 Encounter for screening for cardiovascular disorders [abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA)].

What is the differential diagnosis for abdominal aortic aneurysm?

An abdominal aortic aneurysm should be differentiated from other causes of abdominal pain such as acute cholecystitis, gastrointestinal bleeding, perforated peptic ulcer, ischemic bowel, nephrolithiasis, pyelonephritis, appendicitis, cholelithiasis, large bowel obstruction, small bowel obstruction, pancreatitis, ...

What is the ICD-10 code for abdominal aorta?

ICD-10-CM Code for Abdominal aortic ectasia I77. 811.

What is an aortic aneurysm?

An aortic aneurysm is a balloon-like bulge in the aorta, the large artery that carries blood from the heart through the chest and torso. Aortic aneurysms can dissect or rupture: The force of blood pumping can split the layers of the artery wall, allowing blood to leak in between them.

What is the difference between 76706 and 76775?

If a patient has just an abdominal aorta ultrasound, do we use code 76770 or 76775? Code 76706 is assigned when a screening ultrasound for AAA is ordered for a Medicare beneficiary. Otherwise, code 76775 would be assigned.

How do you bill AAA screening?

CPT® code 76706: Ultrasound, abdominal aorta, real time with image documentation, screening study for abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) Short Descriptor: Us abdl aorta screen AAA.

What is the ICD-10 code for infrarenal AAA?

I71ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code I71 I71.

What is the most common cause of abdominal aortic aneurysm?

Smoking is the most common cause of an abdominal aortic aneurysm as well as many other health problems. Exercising daily can also be beneficial, as can lifestyle changes that help lower your blood pressure.

What is the medical abbreviation for an abdominal aortic aneurysm?

Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA)

What is the gold standard for AAA?

EVAR has been adopted as the gold standard for patients with AAA anatomy that fit within the parameters recommended for available devices. Development over the coming years will expand to more complex anatomies but must include advances in issues such as sac management, fixation at the neck, and improvement of delivery ...

General Information

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Article Guidance

Once in a lifetime abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) screening is only covered under certain specified conditions. When billing for AAA screenings, the following ICD-10 codes should be billed: * Z13.6 for the encounter for screening for cardiovascular disorders and either ** The most appropriate code for tobacco usage: Z87.891, F17.210, F17.211, F17.213, F17.218 and F17.219 OR * Z84.89 for family history of other specified conditions Note: CPT® code 76706 is the only ultrasound service that is payable for AAA screening under Medicare services.

ICD-10-CM Codes that Support Medical Necessity

Palmetto GBA acknowledges that no current ICD-10 diagnosis code specifically describes the circumstance “ (II) is a man age 65 to 75 who has smoked at least 100 cigarettes in his lifetime;” as noted in the CMS Internet-Only Manual, Publication 100-04, Medicare Claims Processing Manual, Chapter 18, Section 110.2 and 110.3.2.

Bill Type Codes

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Revenue Codes

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