Acute infarction of spinal cord (embolic) (nonembolic)
ICD-10 G95.11 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of acute infarction of spinal cord (embolic) (nonembolic).
Acute infarction of the spinal cord, classified under G95.11, refers to the sudden loss of blood supply to the spinal cord, leading to tissue death. This condition can arise from both embolic and nonembolic causes. Embolic infarctions occur when a blood clot or debris travels from another part of the body and lodges in the spinal arteries, while nonembolic infarctions may result from direct trauma, vascular compromise, or systemic conditions affecting blood flow. Clinically, patients may present with acute onset of motor and sensory deficits, pain syndromes, and autonomic dysfunction. Pain can manifest as radicular pain, which is sharp and follows the nerve root distribution, or as central pain syndrome, characterized by a burning sensation. Autonomic disorders may include bladder dysfunction, bowel incontinence, and changes in blood pressure regulation. Hydrocephalus can also develop due to obstruction of cerebrospinal fluid pathways, leading to increased intracranial pressure. The prognosis varies based on the extent of the infarction and the timeliness of medical intervention.
Detailed neurological examination findings, imaging results, and treatment plans.
Patients presenting with sudden onset of weakness, sensory loss, or bowel/bladder dysfunction.
Ensure clear documentation of the infarction type and associated symptoms to support coding.
Initial assessment, imaging studies, and immediate interventions performed.
Patients with acute back pain and neurological deficits requiring urgent evaluation.
Document the time of onset of symptoms and any interventions performed to establish urgency.
Used to assess cerebrospinal fluid in cases of suspected spinal cord infarction.
Document the indication for the procedure and findings.
Neurology specialists should ensure proper indication and follow-up.
Embolic spinal cord infarction occurs when a blood clot travels from another part of the body and blocks blood flow to the spinal cord, while nonembolic infarction results from direct trauma or vascular issues affecting blood supply.
