Supraventricular tachycardia, unspecified
ICD-10 I47.10 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of supraventricular tachycardia, unspecified.
Supraventricular tachycardia (SVT) is characterized by an abnormally fast heart rate originating above the ventricles, typically in the atria or the atrioventricular (AV) node. Patients may present with palpitations, dizziness, shortness of breath, or chest pain. The anatomy involved includes the heart's electrical conduction system, particularly the atria and AV node, which can lead to rapid heart rhythms due to reentrant circuits or abnormal automaticity. Disease progression can vary; while some patients experience infrequent episodes that resolve spontaneously, others may have persistent SVT requiring medical intervention. Diagnostic considerations include a thorough patient history, physical examination, and electrocardiogram (ECG) findings, which may show narrow QRS complexes during episodes. Holter monitoring or event recorders may be utilized for further evaluation. Understanding the underlying causes, such as structural heart disease or electrolyte imbalances, is crucial for effective management.
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
I47.10 covers unspecified supraventricular tachycardia, which may include various forms of SVT such as atrial tachycardia, AV nodal reentrant tachycardia, and others that do not have a specific diagnosis assigned.
I47.10 should be used when the specific type of supraventricular tachycardia is not identified or documented. If a more specific diagnosis is available, such as I47.11 for atrial flutter, that code should be used.
Documentation should include a detailed account of the patient's symptoms, results from ECG or Holter monitoring, and any relevant medical history that supports the diagnosis of unspecified supraventricular tachycardia.
