Atrial Enlargement ICD-10-CM Codes
Read this short guide and learn about atrial enlargement ICD codes you can use. Learn more about clinical and billing information here.
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What atrial enlargement ICD codes can I use?
While there are no atrial enlargement ICD codes, you can still use another ICD code for clinical documentation and billing. It is I51.7 - Cardiomegaly. If you’re handling a patient with an enlarged heart, whether the whole heart or some part of it, this is the ICD-10 code you’re looking for. Currently, this is the only ICD-10 code specific to this problem, so you will be relying on this for such cases.
Is this atrial enlargement ICD code billable?
Yes. This atrial enlargement-related ICD-10 code is valid and billable.
Clinical information about atrial enlargement:
- Atrial enlargement is a medical condition in which the heart's atria increase in size due to factors such as high blood pressure, coronary artery disease, or heart valvular disease.
- It is classified into two types: right atrial enlargement, often associated with lung diseases or tricuspid valve disease, and left atrial enlargement, often associated with conditions like mitral valve disease or hypertension.
- Mild and moderate atrial enlargement often exhibit no symptoms, making diagnosing difficult without an echocardiogram or an electrocardiogram (ECG).
- Severe atrial enlargement can lead to palpitations, shortness of breath, chest pain, fatigue, dizziness, or syncope (fainting).
- Treatment for atrial enlargement typically involves addressing the underlying cause, such as controlling blood pressure or managing heart valve disease.
- Regular monitoring and follow-up with a healthcare provider are key in managing atrial enlargement and preventing potential complications.
- Lifestyle modifications such as regular exercise, a balanced diet, limiting alcohol intake, and smoking cessation can also help manage this condition.
Synonyms include:
- Atrial hypertrophy
- Acquired hypertrophy of left cardiac ventricle
- Giant left atrium
- Left atrial enlargement
- Right atrial enlargement
- Right atrial hypertrophy
Commonly asked questions
No. As of now, the ICD-10 code we mentioned above is the only choice for it. Cardiomegaly is an umbrella term for the enlargement of the heart or parts of the heart.
Healthcare professionals will rely on the following tests: electrocardiograms, cardiac CT scans, Heart MRIs, and transthoracic echocardiograms.
Healthcare professionals will recommend lifestyle changes (dietary and exercise), administer/prescribe medications (anti-coagulants, medicine for congestive heart failure, and medicine for valve problems), and, for extreme cases, surgery.
