Cerebral infarction due to thrombosis of right vertebral artery
ICD-10 I63.011 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of cerebral infarction due to thrombosis of right vertebral artery.
Cerebral infarction due to thrombosis of the right vertebral artery is a type of ischemic stroke that occurs when a blood clot obstructs blood flow in the right vertebral artery, leading to a reduction in oxygen supply to the brain tissue supplied by this artery. Clinically, patients may present with sudden onset of neurological deficits, which can include weakness or numbness on one side of the body, difficulty speaking, or loss of coordination. The vertebral arteries are critical in supplying blood to the posterior circulation of the brain, including the brainstem and cerebellum. Disease progression can vary; some patients may experience transient ischemic attacks (TIAs) prior to a full-blown stroke, while others may have a sudden and severe presentation. Diagnostic considerations include neuroimaging studies such as CT or MRI to confirm the presence of an infarct and to rule out hemorrhagic stroke. Additionally, vascular imaging may be performed to assess for thrombosis or stenosis in the vertebral artery.
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
I63.011 specifically covers cerebral infarction resulting from thrombosis of the right vertebral artery. This includes acute ischemic strokes and may also encompass transient ischemic attacks (TIAs) that are related to the same vascular event.
I63.011 should be used when the clinical documentation indicates a cerebral infarction specifically due to thrombosis of the right vertebral artery. It is important to differentiate from other codes such as I63.012, which pertains to the left vertebral artery.
Documentation should include a detailed clinical history, neurological examination findings, imaging results (CT or MRI), and any vascular studies that confirm thrombosis of the right vertebral artery.
