Atherosclerosis of autologous artery coronary artery bypass graft(s) with angina pectoris
ICD-10 I25.72 is a used to indicate a diagnosis of atherosclerosis of autologous artery coronary artery bypass graft(s) with angina pectoris.
I25.72 refers to atherosclerosis of autologous artery coronary artery bypass graft(s) with angina pectoris. This condition arises when there is a buildup of plaque in the grafted arteries used during coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG), leading to reduced blood flow to the heart muscle. Patients may present with symptoms of angina pectoris, which is characterized by chest pain or discomfort due to myocardial ischemia. The anatomy involved includes the coronary arteries that have been bypassed using the patient's own arteries or veins, which can become narrowed or blocked over time due to atherosclerosis. Disease progression can lead to worsening angina, heart failure, or even myocardial infarction if not managed appropriately. Diagnostic considerations include a thorough patient history, physical examination, and imaging studies such as angiography or stress testing to assess graft patency and coronary artery status. Understanding the patient's history of coronary artery disease and previous interventions is crucial for accurate diagnosis and management.
Standard ICD-10-CM documentation requirements apply
Various clinical presentations within this specialty area
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Standard ICD-10-CM documentation requirements apply
Various clinical presentations within this specialty area
Follow specialty-specific billing guidelines
I25.72 covers atherosclerosis affecting autologous artery grafts used in CABG procedures, specifically when accompanied by symptoms of angina pectoris. This includes patients who have undergone CABG and are experiencing chest pain due to graft-related ischemia.
I25.72 should be used when the patient has a documented history of CABG with subsequent atherosclerosis of the grafts and is experiencing angina. It is important to differentiate from other codes that may pertain to native coronary arteries or asymptomatic conditions.
Documentation should include the patient's history of coronary artery disease, details of previous CABG surgeries, current symptoms of angina, and results from diagnostic tests that confirm graft atherosclerosis.
