what is the icd 10 code for 780.2

by Bernie Emmerich DVM 6 min read

780.2 - Syncope and collapse. ICD-10-CM.

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What is R55 syncope and collapse?

ICD-10 code R55 for Syncope and collapse is a medical classification as listed by WHO under the range - Symptoms, signs and abnormal clinical and laboratory findings, not elsewhere classified .

What is the diagnosis code for syncope?

Syncope is in the ICD-10 coding system coded as R55. 9 (syncope and collapse).

What is the ICD-10 code for vasovagal syncope?

R55 - Syncope and collapse | ICD-10-CM.

What is the ICD 9 code for unresponsive?

ICD-9-CM Diagnosis Code 780.2 : Syncope and collapse.

What are the 4 classifications of syncope?

OverviewAutonomic Nervous System (ANS)The ANS automatically controls many functions of the body, such as breathing, blood pressure, heart rate and bladder control. ... Vasovagal syncope (also called cardio-neurogenic syncope)Situational syncope.Postural syncope (also called postural hypotension)Neurologic syncope.More items...•

Is syncope the same as fainting?

Syncope is a temporary loss of consciousness usually related to insufficient blood flow to the brain. It's also called fainting or "passing out."

How do you code loss of consciousness?

The practitioner selects the codes TBI Not Otherwise Specified (NOS) with loss of consciousness of 30 minutes or less, initial encounter (S06. 9X1A) and the codes the for memory loss NOS (R41.

What is the ICD-10 code for loss of consciousness?

Unspecified intracranial injury with loss of consciousness of unspecified duration, initial encounter. S06. 9X9A is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What is the ICD-10 code for neurocardiogenic syncope?

Assign R55 Syncope and collapse for neurocardiogenic syncope. [Effective 07 Jun 2017, ICD-10-AM/ACHI/ACS 9th Ed.]

What is the ICD-10 diagnosis code for unresponsive?

ICD-10-CM R40. 20 is grouped within Diagnostic Related Group(s) (MS-DRG v39.0): 080 Nontraumatic stupor and coma with mcc. 081 Nontraumatic stupor and coma without mcc.

What is DX code R41 82?

82 Altered mental status, unspecified.

What is the ICD 10 code for rule out diagnosis?

In such case, if the rule/condition is confirmed in the final impression we can code it as Primary dx, but if the rule/out condition is not confirmed then we have to report suspected or rule/out diagnosis ICD 10 code Z03. 89 as primary dx. For Newborn, you can use category Z05 code for any rule out condition.

ICD-10 Equivalent of 780.2

As of October 2015, ICD-9 codes are no longer used for medical coding. Instead, use this equivalent ICD-10-CM code, which is an exact match to ICD-9 code 780.2:

Historical Information for ICD-9 Code 780.2

Billable codes are sufficient justification for admission to an acute care hospital when used a principal diagnosis.

Not Valid for Submission

780.2 is a legacy non-billable code used to specify a medical diagnosis of syncope and collapse. This code was replaced on September 30, 2015 by its ICD-10 equivalent.

Information for Medical Professionals

References found for the code 780.2 in the Index of Diseases and Injuries:

Information for Patients

Fainting is a temporary loss of consciousness. If you're about to faint, you'll feel dizzy, lightheaded, or nauseous. Your field of vision may "white out" or "black out." Your skin may be cold and clammy. You lose muscle control at the same time, and may fall down.

ICD-9 Footnotes

General Equivalence Map Definitions The ICD-9 and ICD-10 GEMs are used to facilitate linking between the diagnosis codes in ICD-9-CM and the new ICD-10-CM code set. The GEMs are the raw material from which providers, health information vendors and payers can derive specific applied mappings to meet their needs.

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