icd-9 code for left subclavian artery stenosis

by Mr. Gonzalo Fahey DDS 5 min read

ICD-9-CM Diagnosis Code 435.2 : Subclavian steal syndrome. ICD-9-CM 435.2 is a billable medical code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis on a reimbursement claim, however, 435.2 should only be used for claims with a date of service on or before September 30, 2015.

What is the ICD 10 code for aortic stenosis?

Other nonrheumatic aortic valve disorders

  • I35.8 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 I35.8 became effective on October 1, 2021.
  • This is the American ICD-10-CM version of I35.8 - other international versions of ICD-10 I35.8 may differ.

What is the diagnosis code for left foot pain?

Pain in left foot. M79.672 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. The 2021 edition of ICD-10-CM M79.672 became effective on October 1, 2020. This is the American ICD-10-CM version of M79.672 - other international versions of ICD-10 M79.672 may differ.

What is the ICD 10 code for atrial FIB?

Unspecified atrial fibrillation

  • I48.91 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 I48.91 became effective on October 1, 2021.
  • This is the American ICD-10-CM version of I48.91 - other international versions of ICD-10 I48.91 may differ.

What is left iliac stenosis?

What is left iliac stenosis? Left common iliac vein stenosis frequently occurs where the vein crosses beneath the right common iliac artery. Chronic, repetitive compression at this site causes fibrosis of the vein, with synechiae and spurs that result in stenosis or even occlusion of the lumen.

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What is the ICD-10 code for stenosis of the left subclavian artery?

Occlusion and stenosis of left carotid artery The 2022 edition of ICD-10-CM I65. 22 became effective on October 1, 2021. This is the American ICD-10-CM version of I65.

What is the code for subclavian artery stenosis?

I77. 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 I77. 1 became effective on October 1, 2021.

What is left subclavian artery stenosis?

In subclavian stenosis, the artery is simply narrowed, leading to decreased blood flow beyond the area of blockage. When the subclavian blockage is severe, or if the artery is completely blocked, a condition called 'subclavian steal' can occur (Figure 4).

What is the ICD-10 code for subclavian artery occlusion?

I82. B - Embolism and thrombosis of subclavian vein | ICD-10-CM.

Where is the proximal left subclavian artery?

Schematic of the proximal aorta and its branches. The left subclavian artery is the fifth branch of the aorta and the third branch from the arch of the aorta. The right subclavian artery arises from the brachiocephalic artery and its branches. (Right subclavian is at upper left, and left subclavian is at upper right.)

What is the subclavian artery?

The subclavian arteries lie just below the clavicles, providing blood supply to the bilateral upper extremities with contributions to the head and neck. The right subclavian artery derives from the brachiocephalic trunk, while the left subclavian artery originates directly from the aortic arch.

Is the subclavian artery an extremity artery?

The subclavian arteries provide blood flow to the upper extremities. On the left, the subclavian artery originates directly from the aorta distal to the left common carotid artery.

What causes stenosis of the subclavian artery?

The most common cause of subclavian artery stenosis is atherosclerosis but other causes include congenital abnormalities such as arteria lusoria (aberrant subclavian artery) or right sided aortic arch that can cause compression of the right subclavian artery leading to congenital subclavian steal syndrome,,.

What happens if the left subclavian artery is blocked?

Subclavian Steal Syndrome is a blockage of the subclavian artery which sits under the collarbone. It delivers blood to the arm and brain. The blockage causes the blood to flow in reverse. The arm "steals" blood flow from the blood which was intended for the posterior (back side) of the brain.

How do you diagnose subclavian stenosis?

A meticulous examination of segmental pulses and pressures, as well as judicious use of duplex ultrasonography, magnetic resonance angiography, computed tomography angiography, or conventional angiography can confirm the presence of subclavian stenosis.

How do you evaluate subclavian stenosis?

Duplex ultrasound with color flow imaging is the noninvasive modality of choice in the evaluation of subclavian artery disease. Dampened or monophasic waveforms, turbulent color flow imaging, and increased velocities in the region of stenosis are characteristic findings of obstruction.

What are the symptoms of subclavian stenosis?

If you have subclavian artery disease, the symptoms you experience depend largely on the artery involved and the degree of blockage. Symptoms may reflect a lack of blood flow to the area being supplied, such as: Arm or hand pain with activity (claudication) Numbness (paresthesia)