Cardiac Arrest ICD-10-CM Codes

A cardiac arrest ICD code is used when a patient experiences a sudden cessation of heart function. The specific code used depends on the cause and circumstances of the cardiac arrest.

Common treatments include immediate cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), defibrillation, medications like epinephrine or amiodarone, and, potentially, post-arrest care in a hospital setting.

A diagnosis code for cardiac arrest indicates that the patient has experienced a sudden cessation of heart function. The code provides further information about the cause and specifics of the cardiac arrest.