Rheumatic aortic stenosis with insufficiency
ICD-10 I06.2 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of rheumatic aortic stenosis with insufficiency.
Rheumatic aortic stenosis with insufficiency is a heart condition resulting from rheumatic fever, which can lead to inflammation and scarring of the heart valves. This specific condition involves both narrowing (stenosis) and leakage (insufficiency) of the aortic valve, which impairs normal blood flow from the heart to the aorta. Clinically, patients may present with symptoms such as dyspnea, fatigue, palpitations, and signs of heart failure. The anatomy involved includes the left ventricle, aortic valve, and aorta. Disease progression can lead to significant hemodynamic changes, including left ventricular hypertrophy and heart failure if left untreated. Diagnostic considerations include echocardiography to assess valve morphology and function, as well as Doppler studies to evaluate the severity of stenosis and regurgitation. Early diagnosis and management are crucial to prevent complications such as arrhythmias and pulmonary hypertension.
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
I06.2 specifically covers rheumatic aortic stenosis with associated aortic regurgitation, which is characterized by both narrowing of the aortic valve and backward flow of blood into the left ventricle.
I06.2 should be used when both aortic stenosis and insufficiency are present, as indicated by echocardiographic findings. If only stenosis or insufficiency is present, the appropriate separate codes should be utilized.
Documentation must include a thorough clinical evaluation, echocardiographic reports detailing the severity of stenosis and regurgitation, and any relevant laboratory findings that support the diagnosis of rheumatic heart disease.
