Paroxysmal Atrial Fibrillation ICD-10-CM Codes

Triggers for PAF can include alcohol, caffeine, stress, certain medications, and some medical conditions like hyperthyroidism or lung disease.

PAF is interpreted through a combination of patient symptom review, physical examination, and tests such as EKG, event recorder, Holter monitor, or echocardiogram.

If left untreated, PAF can progress to persistent or even permanent atrial fibrillation, increasing the risk of complications like stroke or heart failure.