Rheumatic aortic stenosis
ICD-10 I06.0 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of rheumatic aortic stenosis.
Rheumatic aortic stenosis is a heart condition characterized by the narrowing of the aortic valve, which impedes blood flow from the heart into the aorta and subsequently to the rest of the body. This condition is a consequence of rheumatic fever, which often arises from untreated streptococcal throat infections. Clinically, patients may present with symptoms such as exertional dyspnea, fatigue, chest pain, and syncope. The anatomy involved includes the aortic valve, which consists of three cusps that may become calcified or fibrotic due to the inflammatory process initiated by rheumatic fever. Over time, the stenosis can lead to left ventricular hypertrophy and heart failure due to the increased workload on the heart. Diagnostic considerations include echocardiography, which can assess the severity of the stenosis, and Doppler studies to evaluate blood flow across the valve. Other imaging modalities may be utilized to rule out other cardiac conditions and assess overall heart function.
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
I06.0 specifically covers rheumatic aortic stenosis, which is a narrowing of the aortic valve due to rheumatic fever. It is important to differentiate it from degenerative aortic stenosis or congenital aortic stenosis.
I06.0 should be used when the aortic stenosis is specifically due to rheumatic fever. If the stenosis is due to other causes, such as degenerative changes or congenital defects, other codes should be selected.
Documentation should include a history of rheumatic fever, clinical symptoms consistent with aortic stenosis, and echocardiographic findings that confirm the diagnosis of rheumatic aortic stenosis.
