TAVR ICD-10-CM Codes
Read this short guide to learn about TAVR ICD codes you can use!
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What TAVR ICD-10 codes can I use?
If you’re looking for TAVR ICD codes, the main one you’re looking for is Z95.2 - Presence of prosthetic heart valve.
This ICD-10 code is meant for patients confirmed to have a prosthetic heart valve, so you can use this after conducting a successful placement or replacement of a Transcatheter Aortic Heart Valve. It can also be used if your patient has a history of Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement.
This isn’t the only code for it, though! The other ICD-10 codes are meant for complications related to Aortic Valve Replacements, so if you’re handling patients dealing with such complications, here are examples of the codes you can use:
- T82.03XA - Leakage of heart valve prosthesis, initial encounter
This is meant to be used on a patient whose Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement is leaking.
- T82.519A - Breakdown (mechanical) of unspecified cardiac and vascular devices and implants, initial encounter
This ICD-10 code is for a patient whose mechanical Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement has broken down.
- T82.6XXA - Infection and inflammatory reaction due to cardiac valve prosthesis, initial encounter
This ICD-10 code is meant for a patient with an infection and/or an inflammatory reaction due to a Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement.
- T82.817A - Embolism due to cardiac prosthetic devices, implants and grafts, initial encounter
This ICD-10 code is meant for a patient confirmed to have an embolism in their Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement. An embolism is caused by a blood clot that traveled from somewhere (likely the legs), causing a blockage in the TAVR.
- T82.867A - Thrombosis due to cardiac prosthetic devices, implants and grafts, initial encounter
This ICD-10 code is meant for patients with confirmed thrombosis in their Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement. Thrombosis is the formation of blood clots.
Are these TAVR ICD-10 codes billable?
Yes. All of these ICD-10 codes for TAVR are valid and billable.
Clinical information about TAVR:
- Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement, commonly referred to as TAVR, is a minimally invasive surgical procedure aimed at replacing a diseased aortic valve.
- TAVR is primarily recommended for patients with severe aortic stenosis who are at intermediate or high risk for traditional open-heart surgery.
- Unlike traditional aortic valve surgery, TAVR does not require an incision in the chest. Instead, a catheter is inserted through a small incision in the groin or chest.
- The procedure involves implanting a new valve within the patient's existing aortic valve. The new valve pushes the old valve's leaflets aside, and the device's frame uses the old valve to secure itself in the correct position.
- The TAVR procedure is typically performed under general anesthesia and usually lasts between one to three hours.
- TAVR has been associated with shorter hospital stays and quicker recovery times compared to traditional open-heart surgery.
- Potential risks associated with TAVR include stroke, heart attack, infection, and death. However, the benefits often outweigh the risks for patients with severe aortic stenosis.
Synonyms include:
- Aortic valve replacement
- Transcatheter aortic valve replacement
- History of aortic valve replacement
- History of transcatheter aortic valve replacement
- Mechanical transcatheter aortic valve replacement
- Bioprosthetic transcatheter aortic valve replacement
- TAVR ICD 10
- ICD 10 code for TAVR
- ICD 10 TAVR
- Status post TAVR ICD 10
- History of TAVR ICD 10
Commonly asked questions
No. Once the aortic valve gets damaged or diseased, replacing it is the only way to fix it before it becomes a problem or causes more problems.
As with any surgical procedure, healthcare professionals will inform patients about the risks, which include the following: bleeding, valve leakages, infections, the formation of blood clots, stroke, and arrhythmia. It can also possibly cause allergic reactions (related to the material of the valve replacement), kidney problems, and death.
This will depend on the patient's overall condition, but it’s common for patients to resume their normal activities after a week post-valve replacement. They will be required to attend routine check-ups, and they will have to take blood-thinning medication for the rest of their days.
