what is the icd-10 code for vena cava syndrome

What is the ICD 10 code for superior vena cava?

Unspecified injury of superior vena cava, initial encounter 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 Billable/Specific Code S25.20XA 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 S25.20XA became effective on October 1, 2020.

What is the ICD 10 code for compression of vein?

Compression of vein 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 Billable/Specific Code I87.1 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 I87.1 became effective on October 1, 2020.

What is the new ICD 10 for venous insufficiency?

The 2021 edition of ICD-10-CM I87.1 became effective on October 1, 2020. This is the American ICD-10-CM version of I87.1 - other international versions of ICD-10 I87.1 may differ. Applicable To. Stricture of vein. Vena cava syndrome (inferior) (superior) Type 2 Excludes.

What is the ICD 10 code for subclavian vein stenosis?

Subclavian vein stenosis Superior vena cava compression syndrome Superior vena cava syndrome ICD-10-CM I87.1 is grouped within Diagnostic Related Group (s) (MS-DRG v38.0):

What is the ICD-10 code for inferior vena cava?

06703DZICD-10-PCS Code 06703DZ - Dilation of Inferior Vena Cava with Intraluminal Device, Percutaneous Approach - Codify by AAPC.

What is superior vena cava syndrome?

Superior vena cava syndrome (SVCS) is a group of problems caused when blood flow through the superior vena cava (SVC) is slowed down. The SVC is a large vein that drains blood away from the head, neck, arms, and upper chest and into the heart. SVCS is most often seen in people who have cancer.

What is ICD-10 code for May Thurner Syndrome?

ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code Q96 Q96.

How is superior vena cava syndrome diagnosed?

The most common physical findings are facial, neck, and arm swelling and dilated veins in the chest. CT with IV contrast is used to confirm the diagnosis of SVCS; MRI is helpful in cases in which IV contrast is contraindicated. SVCS is commonly considered an oncological emergency, but most SVCS cases are not.

What is inferior vena cava syndrome?

Inferior vena cava syndrome (IVCS) is a sequence of signs and symptoms that refers to obstruction or compression of the inferior vena cava (IVC). The pathophysiology of IVCS is similar to superior vena cava syndrome (SVCS) because of the presence of an underlying process that inhibits venous return to the right atrium.

Where is the vena cava?

Your inferior vena cava and superior vena cava are both on your heart's right side. Your right and left innominate (or brachiocephalic) veins merge to form your superior vena cava. Your superior vena cava is next to the right side of your sternum and goes into your right atrium, where all the oxygen-poor blood goes.

What is the ICD-10 code for superior vena cava?

Acute embolism and thrombosis of superior vena cava I82. 210 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 I82. 210 became effective on October 1, 2021.

Why is it called May-Thurner syndrome?

Sometimes, the artery can compress the vein at that point. This creates the same effect as stepping on a garden hose; it narrows the vein and slows the flow of blood, which may cause swelling in the left leg as well as other symptoms. This iliac compression is called May-Thurner syndrome.

What is May-Thurner syndrome?

May-Thurner syndrome is a rare vascular disorder in which an artery compresses a vein in your pelvis. This compression can cause symptoms in your left or right leg and foot and may lead to blood clots. At the UPMC Division of Vascular Surgery, we take a team approach to diagnose and treat your condition.

What is the most common physical finding in patients with superior vena cava syndrome?

Dyspnea is the most common symptom, observed in 63% of patients with SVCS. Other symptoms include facial swelling, head fullness, cough, arm swelling, chest pain, dysphagia, orthopnea, distorted vision, hoarseness, stridor, headache, nasal stuffiness, nausea, pleural effusions, and light-headedness.

How common is superior vena cava syndrome?

Superior vena cava (SVC) syndrome occurs in approximately 15,000 people in the United States each year (1). The syndrome was originally described as being secondary to an infection, such as tuberculosis, or a syphilitic aortic aneurysm (2–4).

Is superior vena cava syndrome a medical emergency?

The superior vena cava (SVC) is a large blood vessel that sends blood from the upper body and head to the heart. SVC syndrome happens when blood flow through the superior vena cava is blocked. SVC syndrome is an oncologic emergency, which is a serious health problem caused by the cancer itself or its treatment.

The ICD code I871 is used to code Inferior vena cava syndrome

Inferior vena cava syndrome (IVCS) is a result of obstruction of the inferior vena cava. It can be caused by invasion or compression by a pathological process or by thrombosis in the vein itself.

Coding Notes for I87.1 Info for medical coders on how to properly use this ICD-10 code

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ICD-10-CM Alphabetical Index References for 'I87.1 - Compression of vein'

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Equivalent ICD-9 Code GENERAL EQUIVALENCE MAPPINGS (GEM)

This is the official exact match mapping between ICD9 and ICD10, as provided by the General Equivalency mapping crosswalk. This means that in all cases where the ICD9 code 459.2 was previously used, I87.1 is the appropriate modern ICD10 code.