Rheumatic aortic insufficiency
ICD-10 I06.1 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of rheumatic aortic insufficiency.
Rheumatic aortic insufficiency is a condition characterized by the inability of the aortic valve to close properly, leading to backflow of blood from the aorta into the left ventricle during diastole. This condition typically arises as a sequela of rheumatic fever, which is a complication of untreated streptococcal throat infection. Clinically, patients may present with symptoms such as dyspnea, fatigue, palpitations, and signs of heart failure. The anatomy involved includes the aortic valve, left ventricle, and the aorta. Over time, the chronic volume overload can lead to left ventricular hypertrophy and eventual heart failure if left untreated. Diagnosis is often confirmed through echocardiography, which can assess the severity of the regurgitation and the functional status of the left ventricle. Other diagnostic considerations may include chest X-ray, electrocardiogram, and cardiac MRI to evaluate the heart's structure and 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
I06.1 specifically covers rheumatic aortic insufficiency, which is a result of rheumatic fever. It is important to differentiate this from other causes of aortic insufficiency, such as degenerative or congenital conditions.
I06.1 should be used when the aortic insufficiency is specifically due to rheumatic fever. If the insufficiency is due to other causes, such as degenerative changes or other valvular diseases, different codes should be selected.
Documentation should include a history of rheumatic fever, clinical symptoms consistent with aortic insufficiency, and results from echocardiography or other imaging studies that confirm the diagnosis.
