Heart Block ICD-10-CM Codes
Explore Heart Block ICD-10 codes, clinical information, and related synonyms. Find outFAQs about Heart Block and its ICD coding in this concise guide.
By Katherine Ellison on Feb 29, 2024.
Fact Checked by Ericka Pingol.
What ICD-10 Codes Are Used for Heart Block?
Heart Block, a condition where the heart's electrical signals are interrupted or slowed down, has various specific codes. Below are some Heart Block ICD codes:
- I44.0: Atrioventricular block, first degree
- I44.1: Atrioventricular block, second degree
- I44.2: Atrioventricular block, complete
- I44.3: Other and unspecified atrioventricular block
- I44.4: Left anterior fascicular block
- I44.5: Left posterior fascicular block
- I44.6: Other and unspecified fascicular block
- I44.7: Left bundle-branch block
- I45.10: Unspecified bundle-branch block
These codes allow clinicians to diagnose and treat the various forms of Heart Block accurately.
Which Heart Block ICD Codes Are Billable?
- I44.0: Yes, for documenting first-degree Heart Block.
- I44.1: Yes, for diagnosing second-degree Heart Block.
- I44.2: Yes, specific to complete atrioventricular block.
- I44.3: Yes, for other and unspecified atrioventricular blocks.
- I44.4: Yes, for left anterior fascicular block.
- I44.5: Yes, for left posterior fascicular block.
- I44.6: Yes, other and unspecified fascicular blocks.
- I44.7: Yes, specific to left bundle-branch block.
- I45.10: Yes, for unspecified bundle-branch block.
Clinical Information
Heart Block refers to a delay or obstruction in the heart's electrical pathways. Here's a detailed look at its clinical aspects:
- It may be congenital or acquired
- Symptoms include dizziness, fainting, fatigue, and palpitations
- Divided into degrees and types based on the severity
- First-degree is a delay without missing beats
- Second-degree misses some beats
- Third-degree, or complete block, requires immediate treatment
- Treatment may include medications or pacemaker implantation
Synonyms Include:
- Atrioventricular block
- Bundle-branch block
- AV block
- Cardiac block
- Electrical heart block
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Commonly asked questions
Heart Block ICD codes cover various types, including atrioventricular, fascicular, and bundle-branch blocks, allowing precise diagnosis and treatment.
Heart Block ICD codes help identify the specific type and degree of Heart Block, guiding clinicians in determining the appropriate intervention or treatment.
Heart Block ICD codes are specifically tailored to describe different types and degrees of Heart Block and are not typically used for other heart conditions.
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