Acute rheumatic endocarditis
ICD-10 I01.1 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of acute rheumatic endocarditis.
Acute rheumatic endocarditis is a serious inflammatory condition affecting the heart's inner lining, particularly the heart valves, resulting from rheumatic fever, which is a complication of untreated streptococcal throat infection. Clinically, patients may present with fever, fatigue, heart murmurs, and signs of heart failure. The anatomy involved includes the heart valves, especially the mitral and aortic valves, which can become inflamed and damaged, leading to valvular insufficiency or stenosis. Disease progression can vary; if untreated, it may lead to chronic rheumatic heart disease, which can result in significant morbidity and mortality. Diagnostic considerations include a thorough clinical history, physical examination, echocardiography to assess valve function, and laboratory tests to identify streptococcal infection. Early diagnosis and treatment are crucial to prevent long-term complications.
Standard ICD-10-CM documentation requirements apply
Various clinical presentations within this specialty area
Follow specialty-specific billing guidelines
Standard ICD-10-CM documentation requirements apply
Various clinical presentations within this specialty area
Follow specialty-specific billing guidelines
I01.1 specifically covers acute rheumatic endocarditis, which is characterized by inflammation of the heart valves due to rheumatic fever following a streptococcal infection. It is essential to differentiate it from other types of endocarditis, such as infective endocarditis caused by bacteria or fungi.
I01.1 should be used when there is clear evidence of acute rheumatic endocarditis, particularly following a documented streptococcal infection. It is crucial to differentiate it from I01.0, which does not involve cardiac involvement.
Documentation should include a history of streptococcal infection, clinical symptoms consistent with rheumatic fever, echocardiographic findings indicating valve involvement, and any relevant laboratory tests confirming the diagnosis.
